Chapter 71
Chapter 71:
“Exactly! I wouldn’t take that painting even if someone gave it to me for free. Young lady, it looks like you misjudged this time.” The snickering and chatter swelled around her, fueling Bella’s growing confidence.
She curled her lips into a smug smile, her tone mockingly sweet as she addressed Yelena. “Are you sure that painting’s worth anything? It’s a bit… underwhelming, don’t you think?” Bella’s disdain was evident, her belief solidified that Yelena wasn’t nearly as capable as she had seemed.
Yelena, however, paid no mind to the jabs and laughter. “Can I have a bowl of vinegar p>
Her words threw the room into confusion. A few chuckles rippled through the audience.
Soon, the vinegar was brought over, and Yelena calmly took the bowl.
Without a word, she dipped a brush into the vinegar and began spraying it across the painting.
Then, something extraordinary began to happen. As the vinegar spread across the paper, the two indistinct blobs faded, and a vivid, intricate landscape began to emerge.
Outclassed
The crowd was stunned, their disbelief melting into awe as the hidden masterpiece revealed itself.
Yelena stepped forward, her voice calm and steady. “This is a genuine landscape painting from over a thousand years ago,” she explained. “It’s an authentic piece. If you have any doubts, feel free to have it appraised by an expert p>
Her composed demeanor, coupled with the striking reveal, left no room for skepticism. The audience, having witnessed her skill firsthand, was thoroughly convinced.
As soon as she finished speaking, people began to gather around her, their curiosity and respect evident.
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“Young lady, could you help me verify whether this piece I’m interested in is genuine p>
“Please, take a look at mine as well p>
“She’s so young yet has such an incredible eye for antiques. It’s truly remarkable p>
Even Arion, the seasoned connoisseur, stepped forward, his earlier arrogance replaced with humility.
Bowing his head slightly, he addressed Yelena. “I have been very ignorant. Please, allow me the honor of becoming your student and learning from you p>
For Arion to openly acknowledge her superiority was no small matter.
Her ability to discern genuine artifacts with such precision had left an indelible impression on everyone present. It was nothing short of astonishing.
Among all the people Arion had encountered in his career, no one had ever impressed him as much as Yelena.
Other experts needed to examine artifacts meticulously—studying them from every angle, using specialized tools, tapping and inspecting the materials, and often deliberating for a long time before reaching a conclusion.
But Yelena? She didn’t need any of that. Her instincts and expertise were so sharp that she could discern authenticity at a glance, proving just how extraordinary she was.
Yelena turned to Arion, her expression calm and her tone measured. “I don’t take students. But in the future, I suggest you be more cautious at such appraisal events. Don’t let them mix the genuine with the counterfeit and ruin your own reputation p>
Her words struck like a hammer, and Arion’s face flushed with shame.