Secrets Of The Neglected Wife: When Her True Colors Shine

Chapter 426:

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Louis squinted hard. Was this all just a trick? Maybe she had simply learned this part somewhere and wasn’t a true expert.

“So you know the basics of restoration,” he said, his voice loud and defensive. “But that’s not enough to bring this painting back to life. It takes more than just technique. It requires artistry and professional knowledge.”

Allison didn’t even look at him. She didn’t need to.

Her focus was absolute, her movements fluid, as if she were a painter working on a blank canvas. Every stroke, every lift of her tool, was smooth and precise.

patience began to fray with each passing second. Watching her work with such ease was infuriating. When she reached for the brush to fill in a missing patch of color, it was

“Stop!” he shouted.

grabbed her wrist, pulling her away from the canvas.

teeth, his frustration barely masked. “I’ll admit, you’re skilled and have a solid grasp of restoration techniques. But let’s be real — what you’re doing is still just a hobby. To restore this painting to over ninety percent accuracy,

it was on par with that

my assistant found out that Mr. Astley was in Ontdale just a few days ago. It would be wonderful if you could reach out

hesitation. “I’ll

in Ontdale, combined with the right amount of sincerity and financial incentive, Colton felt confident he could convince the renowned master restorer, Roderick Astley, to make an

“Exactly, Allison. Don’t act impulsively. If the painting is ruined, there won’t be another chance to restore it properly. Let’s wait for the

smile to her lips. “Roderick, huh? Well, I wouldn’t mind seeing him again.” She paused, stretching her wrist and leaning back

few scoffed, and Louis clicked his tongue in