Chapter 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 help me evaluate it .

Elsie nodded with a smile .

Feel free to let me know if something interests you , Mr.

Lloyd .

Ill 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.noveldrama

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 give me her 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 , Ill 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 , Ill buy it as a gift for her 100 dollars , take it or leave it .

The vendors face twisted in disbelief .

100 dollars ? Are you joking ? Forget it ! If you dont נוד 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 for 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 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 .

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