Shang Yu has returned to Parma?
Li Qiao's gaze flickered slightly, and suddenly, she found herself a bit curious about Parma.
What kind of culture could create someone like Shang Yu, with his wild and untamable free-spirited style?
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Half an hour later, the Royal Hotel was now in sight.
Li Qiao, dressed in a sleek black dress, linked arms with Li Yan as they stepped onto the red carpet in front of the entrance.
The contrast between the black and white of their attire stood out even more under the dim lighting, making them especially eye-catching.
The art exhibit was being held in the hotel's artistic corridor, and the moment the siblings entered, the quiet and spacious atmosphere was filled with an overwhelming sense of artistic culture.
There were indeed many famous paintings, including some authentic European classics that had been lost for centuries, as recorded in the "Complete Collection of Famous Paintings."
At that moment, Li Yan stood in the corridor, scanning around. He then leaned slightly forward, wrapping an arm around Li Qiao's shoulders and whispered, "Baby, do you think that piece The Reapers is worth acquiring?"
The classical oil painting hanging in the most prominent spot in the corridor was weathered by time, its portrayal of the human condition in the lower classes matching perfectly with the sense of age and history.
Li Qiao examined The Reapers intently. This piece, a rural-themed oil painting from the late 18th century, emphasized elements like cottages, fields, and villages, evoking a fresh yet authentic feeling.
After a long moment, Li Qiao nodded slightly, her lips curling into a faint smile, "It's a 1882 piece by Falaion. If you manage to buy this painting, you could resell it for at least double the price."
Hearing this, Li Yan patted her head appreciatively. "Not bad. You even remember Falaion's works. I'm quite impressed."
Li Qiao glanced at him coldly, sharply brushing off his hand, and said in a frosty tone, "Thanks to you…"
The three sons of the Li family didn't have many hobbies, and their only real pleasure in life seemed to be unconditionally and relentlessly passing on their skills to Li Qiao.
From childhood to adulthood, they did this non-stop, as if fearing that they would leave no successors.
For instance, Li Yan, on Li Qiao's seventh birthday, gifted her the complete ten-volume World's Famous Paintings collection. After his persistent teachings and influence, Li Qiao, with her exceptional memory, had long been able to recite it all by heart.
Li Yan didn't care much as he once again draped his arm around Li Qiao's shoulder, occasionally stopping to appreciate various paintings or engage in discussions.
Meanwhile, in the backstage monitoring room of the art corridor, a young man with a devilishly charming and seductive look was slouched in an office chair, seemingly boneless.
He was absentmindedly playing with a honey-colored beaded string, his eyes gleaming with interest as they fixed on Li Qiao.
This man was named Chasing Wind, one of Shang Yu's four main assistants.
"Boss Feng, this girl has a sharp eye!"
Liu, the head of the Shenghuang Group's foundation, said with a friendly smile, pointing at Li Qiao on the monitor screen.
Since the art exhibition featured many expensive paintings, the entire art corridor was covered by 360-degree surveillance, leaving no blind spots. Naturally, every word Li Qiao spoke about the paintings was also captured by the cameras.
Chasing Wind casually shook his bead string, a wicked grin spreading across his face. "Indeed, not bad. She's got quite the bold look, too."
Hearing this, Liu immediately understood and rubbed his hands together. "Well… should I introduce her to you, Boss Feng?"
"You know her?" Chasing Wind raised an eyebrow, giving Liu a sideways glance with a mischievous expression.
Liu chuckled awkwardly. "I don't know her, but the man next to her is Li Yan. I have a bit of a connection with him; we can talk."
Chasing Wind didn't reply but his gaze, fixed on the monitor, grew even hotter, like a flame.
After all these years, he had never encountered a girl so attractive and full of personality. She was definitely worth pursuing!