The Seven Sisters and Their Hidden King

"Mr. Johnson, after admiring so many of your collections, why don't you take a look at mine?"

Wade suddenly spoke, noticing that Mr. Johnson's exhibition was nearly over.

Everyone turned their attention to him.

Mr. Johnson raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "Wade, have you brought something remarkable with you?"

Wade smiled and gestured to Roe. "Go get it."

Roe nodded and left briefly. Soon, he returned carrying a scroll, which he presented with both hands.

"This is a painting by Gu Kaizhi, the famed artist of the Eastern Jin Dynasty," Wade announced. "While his work might not rival the Master of Clouds, its historical significance makes it highly collectible."

As he unrolled the scroll, a sweeping landscape painting unfurled before the crowd.

It did appear to be Gu Kaizhi's work.

Gasps of admiration rippled through the audience.

Wade basked in their envious stares, his pride swelling—until a voice cut through the awe like a blade.