Chapter 765

At home, the antique painting looked even better than it had at the auction. Its traditional charm was irresistible. The artwork depicted portraits of people and scenes from daily life, creating the illusion of stepping into another world. Vera was equally enchanted by it, while Denton gazed at it in silence for a long time. Finally, he slapped his thigh and exclaimed, "Excellent! This is a marvelous painting. It surpasses any of the ones I've collected before." "I'm glad you like it, Grandpa." "This is the best birthday gift I've received this year." It was rare for Denton to show such enthusiasm. This was the first time Vera had seen him so animated. His reaction confirmed that he truly appreciated the gift, and Vera felt relieved for winning the painting at the auction. She hadn't expected Alexander's pettiness—after losing the bid on the painting he wanted to give Skylar, he complained to her grandfather. He even claimed the two items she had bought were cursed and would brin