Chapter 842

Yet Serena had her own reputation abroad. “Thank you, Prof. Monet,” she replied. “I anticipated your visit and have a special gift for you, in honor of your passion for art.”

A bodyguard approached, presenting an exquisitely crafted pearwood case. Serena began to unveil her gift, but Leonardo interrupted with a raised hand, “My visit today is to enjoy the art on display. Gifts are unnecessary.”

He studied a painting that captured an expansive seascape with towering waves beneath an azure sky. Where is this scene from?” he mused. “Scenery like this is rare.”

To the uninitiated, the scene was merely stunning, but those with insight recognized there was more than met the eye.

Serena responded, “It’s been quite some time. I’ve forgotten. Why don’t you come with me to see another piece?”

Leonardo scoffed, “You don’t even know what you’ve painted?”

At that moment, Mya interjected, “This painting isn’t hers.”

Leonardo waved his hand. Mya immediately kept quiet. However, some of the reporters had already caught on. But since Leonardo was there, no one dared to interrupt and ask any questions.

a warning edged within. “Please be careful with your accusations. This is

Mya chose silence.

work would you

All eyes followed as she led them to a grand painting shrouded in red fabric. At her nod,

spread through the room.

ethereal white tulle, her bare back to the viewer, arms crossed, gaze averted. The detail was immaculate, each hair on her back finely rendered, the fabric caught

Leonardo’s voice cut

a public slight that left Serena

couldn’t be held back as she addressed the room, “Prof. Monet, she’s taken possession of Madelyn’s painting album. It seems the majority of these pieces are actually Madelyn’s handiwork.” Then, her gaze piercing Serena, she continued, “Serena Smith, what depths will you stoop to? Adopting Madelyn’s

your talent stealing

confrontation. “Prof. Monet, I had hoped to request your mentorship today. Even if you decline, there’s no need for accusations. You’re esteemed in

gesture, “Status is irrelevant. My role here, upon

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tight corner, Serena acknowledged his position, albeit reluctantly,” Of course, your judgment

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