The Wrong Woman

Chapter 152

As the assistant made a dash for the door, they were intercepted by Norvanian military soldiers. The lawyer quickly interjected, “We could sue you for defamation.”

However, the appraiser sneered in response. “Watch your own back. That woman has committed a crime.”

In a panic, the imposter fought her way through the crowd, attempting to flee. Onlookers observed her futile attempt to reach the exit before being apprehended by the waiting soldiers.

“What are you doing? Let go of me! I’m calling the police!” she

protested as she struggled against them.

“No need. We’ll take you there ourselves,” Cole retorted.

With that, the imposter and her assistant were escorted away in a technical vehicle and transported to the police.

Back in the hall, the remaining spectators were left with mixed

emotions.

In particular, Lindsey wore a somber expression at the unexpected revelation. Despite their initial reluctance, Duke and Layla begrudgingly acknowledged Suzanne as Inkwell.

of the renowned Inkwell after a prolonged absence sparked fervor. Her latest masterpiece,

she proposed, “Make a donation to an orphanage in Norvania. The highest donor will receive the piece.”

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this, Wendy hurriedly grabbed her arm urgently

you out of your mind? The painting you sold me alone is valued at five million,

under camera

vying for it. You could easily

waste the money on charity. It’s not like they will

suggest you

Wendy

because you’re family. Let’s not escalate this to legal matters,” Suzanne replied calmly but firmly.

gentleness, her eyes betrayed a steely resolve and ruthlessness- signs

wasn’t devoid of moral After all,

make the donation,” Wendy sensibly agreed, recognizing the potential benefits of aligning herself with

the hall grew impatient, eagerly shouting their bids. A reporter jumped into the fray, announcing, “Ms. York, the

frenzy escalated rapidly, soaring to six million, then eight million, and eventually peaking at ten

silence. Even Layla, with her usual disdainful expression, covered her mouth in shock in

that the plain painting, created by