The Understated Dragon Lord

Chapter 44 The Secret of the Painting

As Nicholas shook his head in regret, he handed the magnifying glass over to Brittany, urging her to take a look for herself. When she peered through it, an amused smile spread across her face. The paint depicted a hen pecking at com, its neck bent askew, its wings broken. The amateurish artwork was worse than a grade–schooler’s. Indeed, it was a waste to have such a creation on the high–quality Golden Paper.

“So with this com–eating hen painted on it, how much is this Golden Paper worth now?” Brittany asked

curiously.

deal. “Jessica, the land on Windows Street has tripled in value. If you sell it to me at the price from three years ago, you’d be at a loss. How about this: I’ll buy this Golden Paper painting, that’s only worth thirty million, for fifty

look closer! I’ve revealed half the

and examined it closely. After confirming his initial assessment, he said, “This time, I’m absolutely certain I’m not mistaken! This painting is by a nobody, just some careless doodle on Golden Paper. It has no artistic value and is a waste of fine Golden Paper! However, judging by

auction.”

he spoke. His family line dealt in antiques and fine arts for generations. To find an item, an art treasure, only to realize that its value was squandered, was painful to witness. If this Golden Paper painting were truly the work of a master, it could be featured as a top treasure by Auctiq, garnering significant promotion. And if he could associate the Golden Paper painting with Auctiq, it would solidify their status as

Nick, watch this,” Daniel said as he picked up the

stop Daniel’s actions, scolding, “What are you doing? Who gave you permission to do that?