“Perhaps not deep, but during my overseas ventures, I’ve been quite captivated by global artistic maestros. Their works enlightened me a bit about the art world.”
“I see,” Hannah responded, casting her gaze down and choosing to remain silent.
Eliana remarked with a playful chuckle, “Miss Moore, don’t let your spirits dwindle. Gaining a foothold in international art showcases is tough, but I could potentially make arrangements for you if desired.”
Out of the blue, a cold derisive sound emanated from Allison.
“Feigning the knowledge that you lack? Is this how Miss Patel was raised?”
Eliana’s cheerful facade shattered as she found herself tongue-tied, staring at Allison.
“I…”
“Can’t you see? This is a distinct artistic style, unlike the international ones. Art demands the right utilization of emptiness.
Such a basic principle, yet it eludes you? And you continue this charade here?”
Reprimanded by Allison’s words, Eliana’s face blanched, and with her cheeks flushed in mortification, she stuttered, “Allison, I was only…”
“Are you acquainted with the art of painting? Do you grasp its essence? I was under the impression you had valuable insights, but it appears you’re merely putting on a show!”
With a frosty gaze, Allison said to Declan, “Tell her to stay under the radar. Don’t let her tarnish your name out there!”
As Allison’s words hit her, Eliana stumbled backward, shock evident in her posture. She glared at Hannah, who was sipping her coffee serenely, resentment bubbling up within her.
Hannah was surely in on this! The wench probably relished her embarrassment. What was Hannah doing here, anyway?
And why was Allison so soft on Hannah?
Why was Allison acting so cruelly towards her?!
Eliana lifted her gaze to meet Declan’s. He looked lost, especially after laying eyes on Hannah today!
While Allison berated her, Declan didn’t utter a word in her defense.
Struggling to keep her poise, Eliana burst out, “Why are you attacking me for someone who’s no longer relevant? I’m the one engaged to Declan! I’ll be in your family soon. She’s his ex, and I’m his present!”
A frown formed on Declan’s face. Seizing Eliana’s arm, he admonished, “Eliana! You can’t speak to my grandma in such a tone!”
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“Declan!” Eliana clung to his arm, her voice desperate.
“I care about our Edwards family too. We should stand united. I chose to marry you, and we’ll be family! Her words… they just shattered my heart.”
Allison’s disdain for Eliana’s pitiful expression was palpable. She motioned for someone to put away the painting and icily retorted, “Did I invite you here? You barge in, bossing people around. Honestly, you’re the last face I hoped to see!”
Allison’s gaze shifted to Declan, her annoyance growing.