Chapter 430: Arch-Enemies

Beauty's attire clearly spoke of wealth. Sensing the opportunity to make a hefty profit from a well-off client, Leo eagerly boasted about his collection, hoping to land a lucrative sale. After all, in the antique business, one sale could accrue enough profit for three whole years. "My grandfather's birthday is coming up next week, and I want to get him a gift. He's fond of calligraphy and paintings. Do you have any masterpieces here?" Beauty inquired. "Masterpieces, you say? Indeed, I have something. There's an original Piet Mondrian, 'Gray Tree,' right here. Let me get it for you," Leo offered, unlocking his safe and spreading out the painting on the table. The painting appeared authentic in every brushstroke, structure, and detail, as if done by Mondrian himself. Beauty inspected it closely, unable to discern its true origins. Not being knowledgeable about antiques and artworks left her genuinely impressed by the painting's quality, but whether it was a Mondrian original was beyond h