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Time passed second by second, while everyone was staring intently at the movements of Jane’s hands.
In the crowd, Annie Carlton looked at Jane, her beautiful eyes as cold as ice.
She had really underestimated Jane; after so many years, she had actually learned so many techniques.
Looking at Drake, who was also watching Jane closely, Annie’s heart began to panic again.
Michelle also stared at Jane, unable to believe her skilled movements. She could actually repair artifacts!
Courtney was equally shocked, but she was still calm. On the other hand, Jillian Adams watched Jane’s movements with interest.
After a while, Jane finally stopped what she was doing. She placed the porcelain bottle on the table and took off her gloves, speaking to Jillian Adams;
“Mrs. Adams, you can take a look and see if it’s good.”
Having witnessed Jane’s repair process, Jillian naturally had no doubts about any additional damage. Now it was a matter of seeing the results after the repair.
Approaching, she carefully examined the entire body of the bottle and the damaged areas, nodding in satisfaction.
“Miss Bentley, you indeed have some skills. The repair is so well done that you can’t even tell there was any damage. It’s as if it was never broken.”
Implicitly, she was praising Jane for doing a great job.
With Mrs. Adams’s words, everyone’s gazes towards Jane became awkward. But Annie and Michelle, on the other hand, were resentful.
“Even if she can repair it, it doesn’t prove that she is Master Robertson’s close disciple.” Alex said again.
With that, Jillian coldly glanced at her, with a look that seemed to say, “You’re acting like a fool.”
Anyone with discernment could see that Mrs. Adams was warning Alex.
“It seems that we really misunderstood Miss Bentley. Not only is she beautiful, but she is also talented,” someone else chimed in.
“You can’t judge a book by its cover. That saying is indeed true.”
Regardless of whether the person speaking truly acknowledged her or was trying to save face on behalf of Mrs. Adams, in any case, Jane had proven herself.
“As long as Mrs. Adams is satisfied.” Jane looked at Jillian, displaying the humility and respect expected of a younger generation.
Jillian’s gaze towards Jane became softer, and she said, “I have a few more damaged antique artifacts. I wonder if you can repair them for me as well? We can discuss the price.”
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Upon hearing this, Jane smiled faintly and tactfully declined, “It’s my honor that appreciate my skills, but please forgive me for not being able to accept this, Mrs. Adams. I am usually busy with work, and repairing artifacts is a time–consuming and laborious task. I don’t have that much time to do such things.”
Upon hearing Jane’s refusal, the people around her thought she was being ignorant. After all, Mrs. Adams was a prominent figure with substantial family assets, and her husband held significant political power.
Such a powerful backer was not something one could find easily, and yet Jane had rejected the opportunity. It seemed like she really didn’t know what was good for her.
However, Mrs. Adams was not the least bit angry about Jane’s refusal. Instead, she smiled and said, “Miss Bentley, there’s no need to rush. My items have been damaged for some time, and I can wait. As for the price, I offer this amount.”
Mrs. Adams, raised five fingers, and anyone with common sense would understand the amount she was hinting towards.
Seeing that Mrs. Adams was so insistent, Jane couldn’t refuse any longer and nodded in
agreement.
“Since Mrs. Adams is not in a hurry, then I can give it a try.”
Seeing Jane’s affirmative response, Mrs. Adams‘ smile widened, and she proceeded to hold Jane’s hand, engaging in a lively conversation. The topics revolved all around antiques and relics. It was obvious that Mrs. Adams was genuinely interested in the subject.
“Mom, how could this woman be so amazing?” At the back of the crowd, Amy Bentley and her mother, Rosaline Kennedy, were also present.
At Courtney’s birthday banquet, the people who sent the invitations were obviously present, but there were also some people who wanted to cling to the Warner family, including Amy and Rosaline.
Because of the large number of people, Jane did not notice Amy and her mother there.
“I don’t know either. Judging from the information from the previous investigation, she should not have this ability.” Rosaline was equally puzzled.
“Mom, then what should I do? She’s so capable; no wonder Charles likes her. Does that mean I have no chance?” Amy was still worried.
“Don’t panic, no matter what, she’s still Drake’s wife. Even if Charles likes her, it’s impossible for anything to happen between them.” Rosaline consoled her daughter.
“But I heard that Drake doesn’t love her at all. There was even news that he was going to marry Annie Carlton. What if she divorces Drake Warner? What should I do then?” Amy’s worries did not diminish.
“Then we’ll find a way to prevent them from getting a divorce,” Rosaline said.
Then, at a signal from Rosaline, Amy walked over Drake’s side.
“Brother–in–law…” Amy spoke meekly, attracting Drake’s attention.
His cold eyes glanced at Amy, filled with disgust, showing his disinterest in the woman.
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“Brother–in–law, my sister is amazing, isn’t she? I never expected her to be able to restore cultural relics as well: It seems she has learned a lot from being with you all these years. I wish I could marry such an excellent man like my sister chose for herself.”
Looking at Drake’s handsome face, Amy couldn’t help but daydream.
Although she had met Charles and was aspiring to become Mrs. Holbrook, in terms of their appearance, Charles could not even compare to Drake. Charles was just average–looking, coupled with a touch of elegance.
On the other hand, Drake Warner was truly heaven’s favored child. It was as if he was created personally by the Goddess Aphrodite, carefully and meticulously. If it weren’t for his cold temperament, perhaps no woman could resist his charm.
Drake had originally intended to ignore Amy’s presence completely, but upon hearing her mention his years with Jane, he dropped the intention of leaving.
“Jane doesn’t have a sister. What do you want to achieve by pretending to be her sister time and time again?” He asked coldly.
“Brother–in–law, I really am her sister, just not biologically. My mom only married my dad three years ago.”
Hearing Amy’s words, Drake finally became somewhat interested.
“How did your mother and Mr. Bentley meet?”
Drake’s response made Amy overjoyed, and she replied without thinking, blurting out everything about Rosaline Kennedy and Andrew Bentley.
Upon hearing this, Drake’s mouth curved into a sneer, and he coldly spit out, “Based on what you’re saying, your mom isn’t stupid. I don’t know how she ended up with a daughter as foolish as you.”
After he finished speaking, Drake walked away, leaving Amy standing there. It took her a – while to come back to her senses and understand the meaning behind Drake’s words–he was saying that she had no brains.
With anger and hatred boiling inside her heart, she stomped her foot and returned to Rosaline’s side.
Upstairs, Annie finally found an opportunity to be alone with Drake.
“Dre!” She called out to him and walked quickly toward him.
As he turned around to face Annie, Drake’s thoughts were complex, but his face displayed no emotions.
“Drake, I heard you were hospitalized a few days ago because of stomach pain. Why didn’t you tell me?” she asked.
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