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.

wore a somber expression at the unexpected revelation. Despite their initial reluctance, Duke and Layla begrudgingly

of the renowned Inkwell after a prolonged absence sparked fervor. Her latest masterpiece, “Spring Garden”, became highly coveted among

to set a price. Instead, she proposed, “Make a donation to an orphanage in Norvania.

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this, Wendy hurriedly grabbed her arm urgently and

in a hushed voice, “Are you out of your mind? The painting you sold me

under camera surveillance.

it. You could easily make ten

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

offered a gentle smile and remarked, “I suggest you donate

Wendy snapped back

saying this nicely because you’re family. Let’s not escalate

stared at her in disbelief. Despite Suzanne’s outward gentleness, her eyes betrayed a steely resolve

greed, she wasn’t devoid of moral After all, the paintings rightfully

agreed, recognizing the potential benefits of aligning herself with

impatient, eagerly shouting their bids. A reporter jumped into the fray, announcing, “Ms. York, the highest bid in