Chapter 1884: Chapter 1887

Selina’s response came through a smile, silent yet affirming, as though her silence spoke volumes.

“Selina, your timing couldn’t be more impeccable,” Noemi said, diving straight into the heart of the matter.

“Rosalynn here has just pointed out that this painting is a forgery.

How could your gallery exhibit a counterfeit?”

Selina’s previously unwavering smile wavered at the question.

“A forgery? But how? We’ve ensured all our acquisitions are through reputable sources.

How could a fake have ended up here?” she questioned, her composure slipping.

Rosalynn, once again, assuredly fixed her gaze on the contentious painting.

“Nevertheless, this piece is a counterfeit,” she stated, unshaken in her conviction.

Turning towards Rosalynn, the thinly veiled patience in Selina’s demeanor gave way to open frustration.

“Rosalynn, do you have any concrete evidence to support your claim? It’s irresponsible to levy such accusations and potentially damage the standing of my gallery without basis,” she countered, her voice tinged with accusation.

Rosalynn, unfazed, responded with a light chuckle, “Miss Forbes, believe me, I’ve no interest in creating baseless drama.

I wasn’t even aware you were involved with this gallery.

”

Selina, momentarily taken aback, then refocused her argument.

“This piece is genuinely by Master Javier Morrison.

Should you require proof, I’m prepared to present the procurement documentation.

”

She continued, earnestness creeping into her voice, “Today celebrates the inauguration of my gallery, a significant leap from my dancing career into the business realm.

I wouldn’t stake my reputation on a counterfeit.

Surely you can see that.

”

The gallery’s opening was a bustling affair, drawing a large crowd eager to explore the art exhibition on display.

The heated debate quickly became the center of attention, pulling spectators in with its intensity.

As the argument unfolded, many listeners were swayed by Selina’s persuasive reasoning.

“This has to be an undiscovered piece by Master Maple.

Look at the lifelike detail and exquisite craftsmanship!” an admirer of the disputed piece argued.

“Exactly! He is a legend in landscape painting.

I’ve seen his other artworks, and this is absolutely genuine,” another enthusiast said.

A group of art students huddled nearby, engaging in lively discussions and sharing their viewpoints on the painting.

Yet, skepticism lingered among the crowd.

“But this other lady seems so sure it’s a counterfeit,” one bystander said, referencing Rosalynn’s assertion.

“Yeah, and it’s not like she’s got nothing better to do than falsely accusing Javier Morrison’s work of being fake,” another spectator said.

At that moment, a young heiress spotted Rosalynn and Selina among the crowd.

“Isn’t that the Moreno family’s heiress and the dancer, Selina?” the heiress whispered excitedly.

“Ah, I get it now!” The heiress’s friend had a sudden realization.

“They must have a personal score to settle.

This whole situation might be staged by the Moreno heiress.

”

“Really? Regardless of any grudge, disrespecting an artist’s work in this manner is uncalled for.

”

“Absolutely, it’s simply unethical!”

“Such individuals don’t deserve to critique art.

They should be kicked out from the premises immediately!”