Marrying
Chapter 423

Chapter 423

The shop owner gave a thumbs up. Usually, he could easily can those who were not knowledgeable to buy such items for about a thousand

dollars, or even more.

Valerie was also a little surprised. knowledgeable?”

1. d. She glanced at Shawn, whose eyes were full of astonishment. He asked, “Didn’t you say you

weren’t

very

Valerie replied, “I really don’t know n

much.

But somehow, when I saw these things, this information just instinctively came to mind.”

valerie herself found it incredible as if she had always known these t things. But these were areas of knowledge she had never been exposed to. The owner was equally astonished. He pointed to a nearby old oil painting. “What about this one? Can

Valerie stepped closer and examined the painting. With a confident smile, she said, “This is a modern reproduction of a classical still life. It was likely made in recent years.”

you

tell me about it?”

Shawn found it hard to believe. The painting in front of him, with its realistic canvas and colors, was quite convincing. He couldn’t help but ask, “How did you figure that out?”

Valerie explained, “Original 17th–century still lifes used oil paints on canvas. While the painting techniques can be replicated, the aging process of the canvas cannot be faked easily. Then, you used modern materials for the frame, which is a giveaway.”

Hearing her explanation, the shop owner was amazed again. “Amazing! You said you were here to learn, but you seem like an expert to me!” Valerie chuckled. “I wouldn’t say that. It’s just a coincidence

One or two times could be coincidences, but not every time. The owner wasn’t convinced.

He said, “Take another look. Which item on this shelf is the most valuable!”

Valerie scanned the room, her gaze settling on a pair of vases. “These two vases. They’re from the early 16th century, probably worth about 60 thousand dollars”

Shawn was taken aback, glancing between Valerie and the vases. The owner laughed heartily. “You’re absolutely right!”

This made Shawn look at Valerie w with newfound respect. “Valerie, I didn’t know you were an antique appraiser.”

Valerie shook her head. “Honestly, I’m not sure. It just feels familiar.”

Shawn watched Valerie with a smile. He hadn’t expected her to have such a talent. It was truly astonishing. Valerie continued to surprise him, and he couldn’t figure out how she recognized these things so

accurately.

The owner gave Shawn a th

thumbs–up again. “She knows her stuff! Without some background, there’s no v

no way to recognize these things.”

Running an antique business for so long, the owner often had to closely examine items to determine their authenticity. Yes, Valerie could identify them with just a glance. It was impressive indeed.

Valerie herself was unsure why she had this incredible ability to identify antiques. However, it wasn’t the first time she had experienced something

like this.

saw it as another of life’s

Previously, she had similar moments while playing the piano or practicing painting. Today, she wasn’t as surprised. She saw i linle surprises that she had stumbled upon,

This uncanny ability was quite helpful. Seeing these authentic artifacts allowed Valerie to understand the ancient charm described in the script. She couldn’t explain it, but it felt as though this knowledge was always in her mind.

The shop owner mentioned that such an eye for detail usually came from having an expert in the family, so

someone whose influence was absorbed

Valerie said

nothing in response. Shawn, noticing her dedication to learning, didn’t pry further. He was glad to have such a talented voice actress on

Everyone had th

their own little secrets, and Valerie was no exception. Shawn understood not to interfere, though his curiosity about Valerie grew

Meanwhile,

at a five–star hotel not far away, a luxury car pulled up

up outside.

A man in a long b

black coat led a group of men into the building, their presence commanding attention

“Mr. Grant, it’s this room, Churles said, pointing to a suite

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Matthew nodded, and his men knocked on the door. When no one answered, he lost patience. With a wave of his hand, his men forced the door open and rushed inside.

The noise startled Fred, who woke up holding a woman. Upon seeing the intruders, he was furious. “Who the hell let you in here? Get out! All of you get out!”

With hands in his pockets, Matthew silently entered and sat on the sofa. Fred recognized him and felt a pang of guilt but quickly masked it with anger. “Matthew, what do you think you’re doing?”

ur mind?”

Matthew frowned and gestured to his men, who dragged the screaming woman out. This enraged Fred. “Matthew, are you out of your Matthew’s face darkened, and he smirked. “The kidnapping of the Santos family was your doing.”

It wasn’t a question. It was a

datement,

Fred’s heart sank, thinking. How did he knowl

He couldn’t admit it. “What are you talking about? I have nothing to do with her. Why would I kidnap her?”

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