The Mocked Miss’s Hidden Crowns novel Chapter 457

She got them herself, making sure there wouldn’t be any problems.

Anthony nodded, lowering his eyes to Charlotte. He leaned in close, his voice a soft whisper against her ear. “What else do you need, my fiancée? Just say the word.”

Charlotte’s eyes darkened. She didn’t hesitate. “Alright.”

There were only ten paintings by Halation in existence. Patricia owned eight. One, called Sunset, was here tonight. The last had been donated to a children’s charity for exhibition.

Melissa had no clue what Charlotte was up to. As the real paintings were brought into the hall, she started sweating, her nerves getting the best of her.

“Lottie, what are you planning?” Patricia asked, clearly confused.

“To prove that Sunset is mine, and that I am Halation.” Charlotte’s voice was calm and steady. She motioned for the staff to unroll all the paintings.

“People can copy Halation’s work, but the paper used for her originals is special. It’s made from a material you can’t buy anywhere. No way to get it on the market.” Charlotte’s expression didn’t change. “There’s also a rare gold dust mixed into the paper. At night, it glows softly, showing off the artwork in a completely different light.”

She looked around at everyone. “So, all we need to do is turn off the lights. Then we’ll see what’s real and what’s fake.”

Gold dust? Glowing paper? Melissa’s breath caught, her lashes trembling as she stared at the row of paintings. They all looked the same—just plain white paper.

“Turn off the lights? Easy.” Patricia glanced at Melissa, noticing how pale she’d gone, then turned away and gave the order. “Close the curtains and switch off the lights.”

Patricia already knew about the paintings’ glow. With Charlotte’s explanation, everything clicked. Lottie was Halation.

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