As soon as the words left his mouth, it was as if a thunderclap had exploded in the room.
Selina's lamp… was the real one?
Then what did that make the Morris Family's?
Kyle was the first to react, shouting, "What nonsense are you spouting?!"
Joe's expression darkened. "Old Mr. Ford, the Morris Family respects your position, but this isn't something you can say lightly. That Mercy Petal Lamp has been in our family for decades. I recall that ten years ago, you yourself appraised it and said it was authentic—did you not?"
Old Mr. Ford exchanged a look with Old Mr. Brooks, then sighed.
"Yes, ten years ago, I was less experienced and overlooked a critical detail. And it's precisely that detail that proves authenticity."
Kyle gave a mocking laugh. "No need to make excuses, Old Mr. Ford. Are you saying the Morris Family's collection loses to someone like Selina?"
Selina blinked.
