The crowd was visibly confused.


    What was he saying?


    Sensing their bewilderment, Stan elucidated, “This piece is authentic! My only puzzle is how it has remained in such immacte condition.


    ”


    Everyone was stunned.


    It was authentic!


    Had Madisyn truly stumbled upon an originalndscape painting, a treasure potentially worth hundreds of billions of dors?


    Everyone was stunned.


    “I noticed this painting was in bad shape, so I arranged for its restoration,” Madisyn exined.


    Stan’s face lit up.


    “The restoration is outstanding! The person who did this must be incredibly skilled.


    Could you introduce that person to me?”


    There was admiration in his eyes.


    Stan was eager to meet the talented restorer.


    Noticing his enthusiasm, Madisyn hesitated.


    “I’ll ask her, though she’s very private and prefers to keep a low profile.


    ”


    Stan appeared slightly disheartened but understood.


    “That’s understandable.


    The most gifted often like to remain behind the scenes.


    I’m just thankful to witness such a splendid restoration today !”


    “By the way, did you mention finding this painting at a street stall?” he added.


    “Yes,” Madisyn confirmed.


    Stan’s enthusiasm returned.


    “Remarkable! Damari, can you believe this young woman stumbled upon a Curtis original just like that? She really has an eye for art! Which market was the stall in? I must check it out.


    ”


    Madisyn gave him the details.


    Stan noted them eagerly.


    Damari smiled warmly at Madisyn.


    “It’s rare for someone so young to possess such a discerning eye.


    Most wouldn’t recognize a Curtis original tucked away in a simple market.


    ”


    “We need to look carefully at every old item, or we might risk missing something invaluable,” Madisyn said gently.


    Damari’s smile deepened.


    “You’re absolutely right! And since this is your first visit to my home, I’d like to offer you a gift, too.


    ”


    He signaled a servant, who brought forward a crystal-clear bracelet.


    Damari carefully ced it on Madisyn’s wrist.


    “This was Andrew’s grandmother’s.


    It’s intended for his future wife.


    Please, consider it yours.


    ”


    Bruno and his wife looked on, astonished.


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