Pampered by My Ex-husband (Penny and Orlando)

Chapter 224 If You're Rejected

Chapter 224 If You're Rejected

Seeing Orlando's serious expression and focus on reviewing documents, Penny dared not disturb him

and remained silent until they reached their destination.

Simon arrived outside the car, thanked Orlando, and then pointed to a villa in the distance, telling

Penny, "The person you're looking for lives there. We'll take Mr. Fletcher around there. I've completed

the task assigned by Philip. You should go now." Property of Nô)(velDr(a)ma.Org.

Penny turned around and thanked Orlando before expressing her gratitude to Simon. She then walked

briskly towards the villa.

But after only a few steps, she heard Orlando's voice.

"If you're rejected, just mention my name."

Penny was somewhat surprised. Could this boss have had some connections with Orlando?

If that were the case, things would be much easier.

A smile instantly appeared on her face, and her eyes sparkled.

"Alright, thank you, Mr. Fletcher."

The noon sunlight was intense, and it felt dazzling to Orlando as it fell on her.

He averted his gaze and continued conversing with the government leaders beside him.

Penny arrived at the front of the villa and pressed the doorbell.

The villa had a traditional style, and through the door, she could see a garden decorated with artificial

rocks.

The owner living inside seemed to have a leisurely and elegant lifestyle.

A servant walked out in a short while, and upon seeing her, a hint of doubt flashed in his eyes.

"May I ask who you're looking for?"

"Hello, I'm looking for Mr. Franco. I heard he's home today, so I came to visit him."

The servant hesitated for a few seconds before opening the door.

"Mr. Franco does have some free time today, but he usually doesn't see people without an

appointment. Follow me inside, and I'll inform him to see if he's willing to meet you."

Penny was graceful and likable, so the servant was willing to let her in.

Upon entering, Penny immediately noticed the meticulous landscaping. In addition to the standard

traditional style elements, art elements were incorporated here.

Master Hudson was a representative figure in traditional painting. Penny was his only disciple, which

meant that Penny also had some knowledge in this field.

When the doors opened, she saw the painting in the center, which her teacher had painted.

It was a replica because the original had become national property and was displayed in a museum. It

couldn't be bought even with all the money in the world. Therefore, many people had sought out

Hudson at the time, hoping he could replicate a piece.

Because Hudson was an authority in traditional painting, this replica naturally sold for a high price.

In the end, Hudson donated the money from the sale to a place. As for the specific location of that

place, Penny had yet to delve into it.

Her teacher had only replicated one piece back then, and she didn't expect it to appear in Mr. Franco's

villa.

Penny had an idea in mind and looked up, coincidentally meeting the gaze of a fifty-year-old man

sitting in the tea house.

"Mr. Franco, I didn't expect you to appreciate Master Hudson's work as well."

Brian was somewhat surprised. After all, among the domestic masters, many had replicated this

painting called "The Great Sea." How did this young girl see it was Hudson's replication at first glance?

There was no seal on this painting. Hudson was used to being unrestrained and rarely cared about

such formalities.

"How did you see it was Hudson's replication?"

When he heard a visitor, he thought it was that kid, but he didn't expect a young girl to come.

"Hudson is my teacher. I was fortunate enough to study with him for a while."

Hudson was an eccentric old man, rarely taking on any disciples in recent years. There had been one

before, but he was unwilling to disclose her identity.

Now, seeing Penny, Brian was somewhat astonished. Was this young girl, who appeared to be in her

early twenties, Hudson's only disciple?

"When Hudson replicated this painting, he specifically studied southern landscapes for a long time.

Prodale County hasn't been developed yet and has many characteristics of southern mountain scenery.

It's not surprising that Mr. Franco, who rarely leaves these deep mountains, loves it."

Brian chuckled lightly and pointed to the seat opposite him.

"Please have a seat. You're here about the Lignum Vitae matter, aren't you?"

Penny nodded, embarrassed, "I mentioned my teacher's name earlier to avoid being kicked out by Mr.

Franco. I hope Mr. Franco won't hold it against me."

She was very straightforward and had clear eyes.

Brian sighed, feeling Penny was about the same age as his daughter.