Chapter 89

Abelin paused briefly before saying, "That works. I took a picture of the painting earlier, so I'll send it to you later."

"That won't be necessary. I have it memorized. I promise the replica will look exactly the same," Holly assured.

After a moment of silence, Abelin said quietly, "You're still as incredible as ever."

Holly's heart missed a beat. "What did you say?"

Abelin chuckled and said a little louder, "I said you're almost more incredible than I expected."

Holly figured she must've heard him wrong earlier. "I was trained to do it ever since I was a child, so it's a skill developed through practice."

"Let's just put your signature on the painting. I have faith that you'll be famous one day. Once you do, the replica you made of Shadow Scape will be worth a fortune, too," Abelin said.

"You're too kind," Holly said demurely, though she was thrilled to receive such recognition from him.

Once the call ended, Holly went to her study and hung a "Do Not Disturb" sign on the door