Unmasking Mrs. Newton's Secret Identities novel Chapter 1263

Standing at a distance, Sadie listened to the crowd's praise. Her heart swelled with pride as a slight smile played on her lips. It appeared her years of hard work had finally paid off.

Just then, someone offered a different perspective.

"Doesn't this painting style remind you of the young Picasso, Seraphina Quarto?"

"Now that you mention it, there is a resemblance. However, this piece feels somewhat shallow and amateurish compared to Ms. Quarto's work."

Sadie hadn't anticipated encountering someone with such a keen eye for art.

After regaining her composure, she stepped forward and calmly explained, "As a student of Ms. Quarto, it's natural that our styles might be similar. Nonetheless, it's an honor to have my work compared to my mentor's."

"Oh, you're a student of Ms. Quarto? My apologies for the oversight."

"Anyone who captures Ms. Quarto's attention is truly exceptional. Even at this early stage, your work is impressive. I'm confident that your accomplishments will soon be on par with those of your mentor!"

"That's right. This painting holds significant collectible value!"

The crowd buzzed with excitement, their enthusiasm heightened by the fact that the artist was a "student of Seraphina Quarto". Many were already eager to purchase the painting, hoping it would appreciate in value over time.

With her arms crossed, Helen watched from a distance, her demeanor remaining calm and composed. She didn't remember ever mentoring such a student.

The paintings in question were merely something she had created for fun after experimenting with watercolor techniques she had picked up from a professional.

Hence, it was surprising to see them treated as highly esteemed artworks. What shocked her even more was Sadie's claim of being her student; she had never been informed of such an arrangement.

At that moment, another person joined the conversation.

"I heard that Ms. Quarto's works are also being auctioned here."

"That's right. I just came from the exhibition, and the 'Spring's Embrace' piece is breathtaking!"

"Ms. Quarto's brushwork is both powerful and precise, with an extraordinary attention to detail," she remarked confidently. "While the first and third paintings are impressive imitations, they lack the depth of the original. Only the second painting truly captures Ms. Quarto's craftsmanship."

Hearing Sadie speak of her supposed mentor with such familiarity, Helen began to question if she had really taken on such a student, even in her wildest dreams.

Meanwhile, the crowd nodded in agreement, clearly impressed.

"Your insight is exactly what we'd expect from being Ms. Quarto's student. I've learned a great deal from you."

"Looks like 'Spring's Embrace' is set to be the highlight of today's auction."

Upon hearing this, Sadie signaled to a nearby staff member.

After a brief, whispered exchange, the staff member addressed the crowd and announced, "Ms. Sadie Fletcher has decided to place a bid of one million dollars for 'Spring's Embrace.'"