Chapter 325

Madeline was oblivious to the fact that her painting had already caught the greedy eyes of many.

The restoration situation was a real headache.

Deans and museum directors, along with their esteemed artists, were in a heated debate, their faces flushed with fervor. Yash, Dallas, and others were prodding them to just get on with the auction.

The noise was unbearable.

Madeline, rubbing her temples, finally grabbed Dallas's arm. "Enough, enough. Let's all just take a breath. I need to say something."

At her voice, the room fell silent, all eyes on her.

Madeline gestured to the painting resting to the side. "The artistic value of this piece is clear to everyone here. I'm lucky to have restored it, and there's no way I could ever keep it for myself."

Rocky's eyes sparkled with anticipation.

Madeline shot him a look and announced, "I've decided to donate the painting to the nation with no strings attached."

Rocky's grin shattered like glass with a single sentence, leaving everyone el