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Chase’s feelings for Tanya were evident, so the incident at the restroom was likely a misunderstanding.
On Friday morning, shortly after Ashley woke up, her grandmother called, inviting her to the Ji Lao art exhibition on Sunday. Her grandmother was a devoted fan of the renowned Chinese painter, Ji Lao. His last exhibition had been over a decade ago. Ashley readily agreed.“Okay, Grandma, I’ll go with you.”
As soon as she hung up, Sam called. This was her first call since the parent–teacher event. Ashley
idn’t answer. She went to her family home for dinner on Saturday.
Sunday morning, she and her grandmother set off for the exhibition. Upon arrival, she saw Tim’s car pulling in. She was surprised.“Shixiong?”
Tim was equally surprised to see them.“Ashley, Grandma Rong, you’re here too?”
“Yes,” Ashley replied.
Her
grandmother
chuckled.“Moxun
is
interested
Tim explained, “No, I’m delivering a gift on behalf of my family…”
in
Chinese painting?
Ji Lao was a celebrated master, and his family was prominent. Every exhibition attracted a throng of people hoping to network. The gifts alone were rumored to be worth tens of millions, though the Ji family didn’t need the money. Ji Lao hadn’t held an exhibition in over a decade. The Yus didn’t need to curry favor with the Jis. While their families‘ interactions had become less frequent, the older generations maintained a good relationship. For this rare exhibition, his father wasn’t interested in attending, but he sent Tim to deliver a congratulatory gift. He hadn’t expected to run into Ashley and her grandmother.
Tim anticipated a massive crowd. Chase, Tanya, and the Lins might be there. Ashley, having beer young at Ji Lao’s last exhibition, knew little about his infrequent exhibitions and the limited news about him.
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