NOVPUBChapter 1108: 509 Astonishing_1 Chapter 1108: 509 Astonishing_1 “Sir, you have an invitation from the Arias.”
Cello Cook loosened his collar, “What for?”
“On the twenty-first, it is dMadam Aria’s eightieth birthday celebration.”
Cello Cook nodded, “I see.”
Madam Aria held high esteem in the academic world and had made significant contributions to the nation.
Her eightieth birthday would undoubtedly be an exceptional and grand occasion.
“Madam Aria’s birthday gift!?”
Cello Cook paused, “I will handle it.”
The housekeeper agreed.
Any standard gift would not impress Madam Aria.
It indeed required a special effort.
The housekeeper said, “When Madam Aria was young, she was taught by Master Katana.
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Their relationship was exceptional, and after Master Katana was persecuted, his artwork spread across local and international waters.
There’s a rumor that his legacy artwork ‘Five Tigers Descend the Mountain’ will be up for auction soon.
If we could acquire this piece for Madam Aria, I assume she will be thrilled.”
Cello Cook contemplated, “When is the auction?”
The housekeeper responded with a smile, “In three days, at the Sky Hotel.”
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There were regular and rhythmical knocks on the door.
Violetta Gartia opened the door to find a woman in her thirties, elegant and shy as she lowered her head upon seeing Gartia.
“Ms.
Hayley, it’s late.
What can I help you with?” Violetta Gartia adjusted his glasses, his demeanor polite and distant.
“There’s an auction event.
Would you mind accompanying me?”
The woman gathered her courage and handed him the tickets, “Professor Gartia, this auction event is rare.
Many famous calligraphers, artists, and collectors will be there.
I remember you’re a fan of Master Katana, and there’s a rumor that his legacy artwork will be present at this auction.
It was quite challenging to get these tickets, I had to pull a few strings…”
Indeed, Violetta Gartia was interested in this auction event, however, he declined.
“I appreciate your kindness, but it’s not necessary.”
Her face fell, and she said in a rush, “Professor Gartia, I genuinely intend only to invite you to the auction, nothing more.
I’m aware of your engagement, I would never disrupt your relationship…”
Professor Gartia, his patience unwavering, let her finish, then calmly said, “Ms.
Hayley, it’s late, I need to rest.”
The woman’s face turned pale, as he nodded courteously at her and closed the door with a ‘bang’.
Grasping the two tickets in her hand, she was on the verge of tears.
Victoria Gartia was the most popular teacher in school, more favored than the ‘School Hunk’.
His lectures were profound, obscure and utterly boring, but his class was always full, even the hallway was filled with students trying to audit his class.
His desk was always adorned with love letters and gifts from young, beautiful female students.
His indifference only added to his charm.
Even after the news of his engagement broke out and left his students heartbroken, his popularity in the school remained unmatched.
She worked as a professor in the math department too, they also belonged to the same research group and lived in the same building.
It was impossible not to harbor feelings for him.
One night she was walking her dog and saw Victoria Gartia’s fiance storm off furiously, and he didn’t go after her.
She sensed an argument between them and saw an opportunity to approach him.
Who would have thought, Professor Gartia didn’t give her the slightest chance.
Victoria Gartia thought for a while, scrolled through his phone contacts, and dialed a number.
“Senior, it’s me.”
“Finally the busy man has time to contact me.
So what’s the matter?
I’m convinced ads cannot possibly pop up without a reason.”
Violetta Gartia chuckled, “Indeed, Senior, you’re sharp.
There is an auction at Sky Hotel in three days, have you heard about it?”
“Oh, that event.
It’s a grand event targeted mostly at magnates in academia and finance.
The event tickets aren’t publicly accessible so ordinary people can’t make it there.
However, you’ve got the right person!”
Once it was settled, Violetta Gartia said, “Thanks, Senior.
I’ll treat you to a meal when you’re free.”
“I will certainly be there for the meal.
Maybe I’ll get to drink to your engagement too.
I heard your fiancée is quite prestigious.
Boy, you sure know how to startle us.” 𝘯𝘰𝘷𝘱𝘶𝑏.𝑐𝘰𝑚
