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Chapter 897: Chapter 891: Counterattack and Face-Slapping 4

Aaron Jennings was the first to speak: "Miss Thorne, I heard from the lobby manager that you have some doubts about my painting."

Aaron Jennings’ mentor, Ryan Lane, was renowned in the industry as a strict teacher, and had always been proud of him. At this moment, seeing someone causing a stir made him extremely displeased.

Aiden Shaw’s father had also studied painting under him, and in terms of hierarchy, he was still considered Aiden’s mentor’s mentor.

However, there was some acquaintance, and he couldn’t directly ruin the relationship: "Aiden, my student put a lot of effort into this art exhibition, and it finally opened successfully. I’m not sure what aspect has upset you, but could we resolve this amicably for my sake?"

The other elderly person was Ryan Lane’s wife, Johnny Winslow.

She looked around at the many gathered in the exhibition hall, and spoke gently: "Little Aiden, you should know how important today is for Aaron. Can we discuss this privately, please?"

Tiana Thorne sensed from the couple’s tone that they had known each other beforehand.

She just hadn’t expected the connection between Aaron Jennings’ mentor and her fourth brother.

Aiden Shaw’s cold demeanor softened slightly, though his voice remained clear and crisp: "To both of you, this matter involves the Ford family. Vincent Ford is the original creator of this painting and also my brother. Tiana Thorne is my future wife, so morally and rationally, I cannot stand idly by."

Upon hearing this, the couple exchanged a glance: "Original?"

It was as if they didn’t understand.

Aiden Shaw nodded, pointing to the painting projected on the wall: "That painting is not your apprentice’s work; it is my brother’s creation."

Upon hearing this, Ryan Lane immediately shook his head and said sternly: "That’s impossible, Aiden. There must be some misunderstanding. This painting was completed under the watchful eyes of Aaron’s mentor and me; how could it be someone else’s work?"

As they spoke, the couple looked towards Vincent Ford, scrutinizing him.

They only felt that this young man carried an extraordinary demeanor. From what Aiden had just said, he should be a young master of the Ford family. Given his standing in the family, it didn’t seem like he would commit such an unethical act of replacing another’s work.

They thought to themselves, there must be a misunderstanding.

Vincent Ford had heard of the elderly couple before him, who were well-known as legendary painters and renowned artists in the realm of painting and calligraphy.

In front of elders, as a junior, bowing was a sign of respect.

He then spoke with a calm yet convincing attitude: "Mr. Lane, Mrs. Lane, you are experienced in this field, you should understand that having two people with the same thought creating identical paintings is nearly impossible."

Upon hearing this, the two exchanged a glance, pondering the meaning of his words.

His implication was that he too had an identical painting, suggesting their student plagiarized his work.

Aaron Jennings frowned, clasping his hands: "Master, Mistress, you watched me create this painting, how could it be fake? Perhaps there’s some misunderstanding."

Vincent Ford merely smiled: "Creating a similar painting could be considered coincidental, and if that’s truly the case, it’s a rarity in this world. However, when the facial features of a baby girl in a portrait are exactly the same, that’s not a coincidence, nor can it be a misunderstanding."

His words revealed a maturity and strength, with a clear and logical manner, leaving no room for doubt.

Ryan Lane also thought it improbable for this matter to be coincidental, yet he was well aware of his student’s character and doubted he would do such a thing. He frowned and asked: "Did you bring your painting?"

He nodded: "I brought it."

Since it was brought, one of them must undoubtedly be guilty of plagiarism.

"May I have a look?"

Vincent Ford said, "It’s in the exhibition next door."

Everyone: "??? "

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