The new painting was exactly the same as the original painting on the wall.
Floyd stared at it for a good while before he asked abruptly, “Do you think Ms. Eloise asked her men to send this painting to us, Mr. Ivor?”
Ivor was inspecting the painting’s style as well as the signature at the corner. Everything checked out.
From the looks of it, this was indeed Master Kieran’s work.
However, he continued to stare at it. Being the perceptive guy that he was, he discovered some anomalies with the painting.
“The stripes on the tabby cat in this painting are a little different from the one Eloise purchased. Moreover, there aren’t any signs of age in this one. I believe it was made recently.” Floyd was stunned. Then, something occurred to him, and his eyes widened. “C-Could it be that Master Kieran just made this painting for us?”
Ivor pondered it, then shook his head.
“I’ve only ever known Master Kieran from her reputation, but I’ve never interacted with her, nor have I seen her in person. Why would she give me her painting for no good reason? “Also, rumor has it that she faded into obscurity after she made a name for herself at three years old. She hadn’t appeared before anyone in the world.
“There’s another rumor that she has long passed away. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have vanished without a trace, just as her reputation was at its peak.”
Floyd grumbled, “You said so yourself, Mr. Ivor. It’s just a rumor. As we all know, most of the rumors are unfounded.
“There’s a chance that Master Kieran is still alive and well. It’s just that her passion doesn’t lie in painting. She could’ve dabbled in another career or industry, for all we know.”
“It’s certainly possible.” Ivor walked over to the wall and hung the painting as he spoke.
“In any case, we’re out of the pinch now. I want you to keep an ear out for Master Kieran’s whereabouts. If you find any useful information, remember to inform me immediately. She has done me a huge favor. intend to thank her in person.”
Floyd nodded and said, “Alright, Mr. Ivor.”
Half an hour later, Bonnie walked into the living room. The first thing she saw was Ivor, who was sitting on the couch.
The distress in his eyes had vanished. The usual serenity took its place instead. This meant that the issue that had haunted him previously was resolved.
Her lips curled slightly as she walked over.
He heard her footsteps and raised his head. He was stunned when he saw her. “Aren’t you supposed to be working in the research institute at this time of day? What are you doing at home?”
She shrugged helplessly. “Your worst fan ever insisted on talking to me in a coffee shop. She wouldn’t quit bugging me if I didn’t go. I can’t even work on my research, for heaven’s sake. I didn’t have a choice. So, I met up with her.”
His eyes narrowed, and the intense coldness in them was unmistakable.
“Did Eloise actually get in touch with you? It looks like she hadn’t learned her lesson.”
He glanced at Floyd and said, “Floyd-“
Before he could finish his sentence, she cut him off. “What are you doing? She’s nothing but a clown. Do you have to make such a big gesture to deal with her? She isn’t worth your attention, either.” His brows were still knitted tightly, and the coldness in his eyes was still intense.
“You say that, but I can’t stand idly by while you are being picked on.”
