Chapter 43. Progress Reward

Sitting in the back seat of the car, Warren took out her first imperfect work, smoothed it with his hand, and observed it carefully.

Her technique wasn't very sophisticated, but she already understood that capturing the essence and spirit was more important than achieving a perfect likeness. In the painting, he was looking down as if contemplating something.

She had mentioned that the eyes weren't vivid enough, probably because "he" wasn't directly looking at the "artist" but instead had his head slightly bowed as if focused on something.

Warren chuckled. It seemed that even this detail was captured with remarkable realism.

"Sir, why are you laughing?" the driver asked with a smile.

"The investment in her tuition seems to be paying off. She appears to be a diamond in the rough," he remarked in a good mood as he held the painting in his hand.

The driver smiled. He had a good rapport with Penelope and was aware of her diligent nature, always pu