Chapter 136

At the Eden Group's painting exhibition, the initial plan was to showcase amateur paintings—a venue where people could make business deals and purchase art casually.

The exhibition didn't start as an amateur painting showcase; it was solely for business deals. This change occurred when Alex used it as a cover to sell his own paintings and win a bet.

As the first million-dollar purchase of a painting came from the Eden Group itself.

Unexpectedly, the event escalated in seriousness when renowned art critics from around the globe flew in just to view the artworks.

However, Alex clearly didn't believe anyone would genuinely want to pay more than a million dollars for his work.

"No one in their right mind would buy that painting," he thought.

Yet, it seemed Alex had grossly underestimated the allure of art and the fervor of art investors.

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I was still in Sofia's apartment when I received a phone call.

"The media want to meet the painter?" I was hesitant about revealing my identity as I