FreeGoodNovelChapter 320 Andrew smiled and said, Ms.
Santana, it seems youre not just a skilled auctioneer but also an expert in antiques.
Thats quite impressive.
Elsies face lit up at the compliment, though she remained modest.
Mr.
Lloyd, youre too kind.
Its just that Ive grown to love what I do, and my family has been in the antiques business for generations.
Ive picked up a few things along the way.
As they strolled around the plaza, Andrew said casually, Well, lets take a look around.
If anything catches my eye, Ill leave it to you to helpevaluate it.
Elsie nodded with a smile.
Feel free to letknow if something interests you, Mr.
Lloyd.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtIll be happy to assist.
Feeling a little competitive, Francesca kept her expression pleasant but couldnt resist commenting.
There are so many antiques here paintings, artifacts, and all sorts of treasures.
Can Ms.
Santana really guarantee she knows everything about all of them ? Elsie remained calm and replied confidently, The world of antiques is vast and intricate, covering countless styles and eras.
It would be arrogant to claim mastery over everything, but I can assure you that I have a solid understanding of the market and a decent level of authority.
Andrew nodded thoughtfully, impressed by Elsies humility mixed with quiet confidence.
He could tell she was a woman of genuine expertise, not just empty boasts.
However, Francesca was not convinced.
With a sly smile, she pointed at a yellowed painting lying on the ground.
Id like to buy this painting.
Ms.
Santana, can you giveher professional opinion on it? Elsie glanced at the painting and looked a bit surprised.
Ms.
Aicker, thats a counterfeit.
It has no collectible or artistic value.
Are you sure you want to buy it? Francescas face flushed with embarrassment, but she doubled down.
Turning to the vendor, a man with a scraggly goatee, she asked, Sir, how much is this painting? Whos the artist, and what era is it from? The vendor immediately grinned and began his pitch.
Miss, youve got a sharp eye! This is an authentic masterpiece by the renowned Tom Hemmings.
Since you appreciate its value, III let it go for just 200 thousand dollars.
Francesca turned back to Elsie with a smirk.
You heard him.
He says its a genuine Tom Hemmings piece and is asking for two hundred thousand.
Do you still think its fake? Elsie shook her head and calmly addressed the vendor.
This painting has absolutely no connection to Tom Hemmings or any historic era.
But if Ms.
Aicker truly likes it, III buy it as a gift for her 100 dollars, take it or leave it.
The vendors face twisted in disbelief.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm100 dollars? Are you joking? Forget it! If you dont 25+ TI BONUS Chapter 320 recognize its worth, Im not selling it to you.
Francesca laughed lightly.
It seems Ms.
Santanas influence doesnt carry much weight here.
Unfazed, Elsie pulled out an identification badge hanging from her neck and held it up for the vendor to see.
Are you sure I dont know what Im talking about? widened, The moment the vendor saw her credentials, his demeanor shifted entirely.
His eyes and he quickly started nodding and bowing.
Oh, my ! Ms.
Santana, I didnt realize it was you! Please forgive my ignorance.
He chuckled nervously and added, Ms.
Santana, your sharp eyes are unmatched.
You know what? Forget a hundred dollars how about 50? Take it fon cost price in no time, the painting was neatly wrapped and handed over to Francesca. Elsie paid the 50 dollars with a smile.
Ms.
Aicker, still think I dont know what Im talking about? Francescas expression was a mixture of om confusion and disbelief as she stammered, Wait a second... That guy just claimed this painting was worth 200 thousand, and now hes selling it for 50 bucks? She stared at the wrapped painting in her hands, completely bewildered.
If its worth so little, how on earth did he have the audacity to ask for 200 thousand in the first place? At that moment, Francesca was so stunned that she forgot all about competing with Elsie. Todays Bonus Offer GET IT NOW
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