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Botanical Discoveries and Artistic Surprises

Author: Titi Love
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-05 19:15:50

“What is…” Estella carefully placed the wreath in her hand and shot Roxanne a delighted look.

Smiling, Roxanne patted Estella’s head and said, “It looks a little funny because I haven’t made one in a long time.”

In response, Estella shook her head fervently. “I love it!”

As if to prove how much she loved it, Estella placed it gently in front of her and began drawing it.

Seeing that, Roxanne and the boys scooted over curiously, only to be shocked by Estella’s drawing, which was slowly becoming complete.

Her previous drawing of the plants was rather decent, though her brushstrokes were a little childish.

However, her drawing of the wreath was unbelievable. In fact, it almost looked real.

“Essie, you’re amazing!” Benny breathed.

Roxanne, too, smiled and nodded in agreement.

By the time Estella was done with the drawing, Benny could not help but ask, “Essie, have you taken art cla*ses before?”

However, Estella shook her head in confusion.

The look of surprise in Benny’s eyes only intensi
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