Sheng Xia, who had no artistic cells, readily agreed.

The award-winning works of the painting competition were all placed in the exhibition hall. The rooms were connected, but curved and surrounded, cleverly separating the paintings, giving viewers a sense of exploring surprises and novelties.

And the first prize was specially placed in a separate exhibition room.

-“Human World” was right here.

As soon as they entered Feng Shaoyun’s personal exhibition hall, the light suddenly dimmed. Compared to other exhibition halls, there was no light here, making it slightly dim.

The painting “Human World” was hung on a high platform, exuding a textured and mysteriously fantastical aura. Because of the dark surroundings, it highlighted a kind of gloomy and eerie beauty.

A rose growing in the midst of despair and ruins, its color bright and full of vitality, yet entangled and surrounded by dark mist. The painting captured just this moment, between the brightness and dimness of colors, whether the rose was breaking free from the dark mist or the dark mist was about to engulf the rose, it all depended on the viewer’s interpretation.

“Why is it called ‘Human World’?” she heard someone next to her ask quietly in the language of F Country, “This style, full of human struggle and despair, ‘Despair’ would be more appropriate.”

Another person countered softly, “Is that so? But I think it’s more like the last lingering hope.”

An elegantly dressed old man raised his head to admire the painting, then said meaningfully, “Whether it’s despair or hope, isn’t Human World fitting for both?”

The two looked at each other and nodded in realization. “The teacher is right.”

“Totally, you said Shaoyun surprised me, and I need to see it for myself, is it this painting?” After listening to their conversation, Sheng Xia suddenly became interested, “I always feel it’s not that simple, can you tell?”

The system scanned the painting, seemed to discover something, then fell silent for a moment before apologizing slightly seriously, “I’m sorry, host. After analyzing, I think it’s better for you to discover the surprise yourself.”

Hearing this unexpected response, Sheng Xia raised her eyebrows slightly in surprise, not displeased by the rejection, but instead accepted it with a smile, “That’s okay, I’ll take a look myself.”

It seemed that it wasn’t her illusion. Since binding, the system seemed to become more human, no longer focused solely on tasks, and even had its own thoughts…

But because of this, they also had more tacit understanding, able to reach consensus. Sheng Xia raised the corner of her lips, wasn’t this great?

And just then, the elderly man, who seemed extraordinary at first glance, suddenly exclaimed softly, pushed aside the two students beside him, and walked to the front of the painting, squinting to carefully examine it, “Something seems off, this is…”

“I see, there’s still a secret hidden here.” After studying for a long time, he suddenly showed a knowing smile, “Very creative thinking, no wonder it won first prize. With such ingenuity, I’m curious to meet the winner in person.”

The two students obviously did not have the teacher’s insight and could not see the mystery inside. Upon hearing this, they looked at each other hesitantly and asked, “Teacher, are you referring to…?”

Hearing their conversation, others also curiously gathered around.

The old man ignored their inquiries and just reached out to feel around the painting.

When he found the switch and pressed it, a light suddenly lit up, and the soft light happened to shine on “Human World,” eliciting a low gasp from the crowd.

…

“…The first prize winner, she has mastered watercolors in a state between light and shadow, both real and illusory, portraying both despair and bright hope. The hidden ingenuity is truly impressive.”

At the award ceremony inside the gallery, the host passionately announced the winner and her work, “Human World,” by Feng Shaoyun!

After a moment of silence, everyone who had seen the painting applauded.

“Miss Feng, I believe many people have a question after seeing your work. When you were conceptualizing “ Human World ” ,’ were you trying to express the light or the dark side?”

“…There’s no distinction between light and dark.”

A slightly cold voice rang out softly, and they looked up to see a girl standing on the platform in a black dress, with black hair and black eyes, exuding a cold and indifferent demeanor, like a beautiful flower on a high mountain. She spoke fluent F Country language, “I just wanted to give this painting to someone.”

“She is light, and the world is light. She is darkness, and the world is dark.”

She paused, and then said slowly and deliberately, “She is ‘Human World.'”

At the same time, in her personal exhibition hall, the soft light fell on the painting. The originally hazy and gloomy dark mist seemed to be dispelled, and in the faint light, a figure was slowly outlined.

It was the back of a woman.

“Merely a illusory silhouette, yet it gives people a sense of ethereal beauty, deeply moving.

That silhouette, completely embodies all the gentleness and emotions of the creator. She stands among the roses, surrounded by vibrant and bright roses, as if she were alive, ready to turn around at any moment.

Therefore, just a glance at the painting is enough to attract and captivate the viewer, drawing them into this atmosphere, unable to help but hold their breath and wait.

In a misty environment, the rose is the center of the painting. However, with the appearance of this silhouette, the spotlight immediately shifts, and the visual focus is completely on the silhouette.

It is both fantasy and realism.

“…That should be you, sister-in-law, right?” Feng Shaoyu also stared at the painting for a long time, and finally found his voice amid the admiration of the crowd, “So this is the surprise Shaoyun gave you, no wonder she insisted on you coming in person.”

Those unfamiliar with her naturally couldn’t tell, thinking it was a fictional fantasy of the creator. But knowing Sheng Xia, one could recognize that silhouette at a glance, it was definitely her.

“It’s truly beautiful. When Shaoyun painted this, she must have been full of anticipation, right?” Feng Shaoyu’s voice softened, asking for his sister, “Do you like it, sister-in-law?”

“I’m feeling a bit angry now.”

Sheng Xia didn’t understand art, but she could appreciate her own beauty. So, looking at that silhouette, she couldn’t help but admire it for a long time. Then she lazily closed her eyes, her lips revealing an unexpected remark.

Feng Shaoyu: ?

“When I think that Shaoyun’s surprise to me was almost tainted by villains, and that the ownership of the painting was almost claimed by others, I feel that just letting them suffer some financial loss is too lenient.”

Sheng Xia suddenly opened her eyes, seemingly calm black pupils reflecting a cold light like ice. Her eyebrows and eyes curved slightly, but her voice was unusually gentle, “Shaoyu, the Feng family shouldn’t be so useless that they can’t even deal with people like this, right?”

The first time she called his name in that tone, Feng Shaoyu instinctively felt a hint of danger, and couldn’t help but shiver, straightening his body, “Of course.”

Just the thought of their work almost being taken over by someone else, not only hurting his sister, but also insulting his sister-in-law, made Feng Shaoyu feel a strong sense of disgust.

Even if his sister-in-law didn’t say anything, he would never let those two off.

…

When the award ceremony ended, Feng Shaoyun was surrounded by a group of people for a group photo.

She stood in the middle with a stern face, appearing aloof and unapproachable, but in fact, she was nervous and wanted to escape.

However, everyone didn’t mind at all. Instead, they appreciated the contradictory aloofness in her demeanor, thinking that only with this special trait could she paint the equally contradictory “Human World”

When she stepped down, it was clear that the judges also appreciated her, constantly discussing painting-related matters with her. Feng Shaoyun was attracted by their shared skills and gradually relaxed.

Until she reached the door, the judges were still patting her on the shoulder, insisting that she must attend the exchange meeting tomorrow.

Feng Shaoyun pursed her lips, appearing indifferent, but in fact, she nodded shyly.

“Shaoyun.” A familiar voice came from the door, and Feng Shaoyun’s eyes lit up immediately. She turned her head and saw Feng Shaoyu pushing a wheelchair.

However, to her surprise, the wheelchair was empty; Sheng Xia was not in it.

Thinking that something had happened, she immediately ran over anxiously, “Third Brother, where is Sister-in-law?”

Feng Shaoyu was about to say something, but he stopped abruptly and swallowed his words. Then, with a strange expression, he didn’t know what to say for a moment.

After a while, he could only helplessly say amidst his sister’s inquiries, “Sister-in-law originally wanted to surprise you, but now… it seems like it has turned into a fright for us.”

Completely puzzled, Feng Shaoyun asked, “What do you mean?”

“…Anyway, you’ll know when you go out.” Thinking of the situation outside, Feng Shaoyu couldn’t help but rub his temples with a headache, sighing helplessly, “Sister-in-law is outside, but for the time being, she may not be able to come in.”

Outside the ST Art Museum.

“…This is the place, Mr. Feng.”

Su, the assistant, pushed his gold-rimmed glasses and smiled, “I just asked around. Miss Four has just finished the award ceremony, and the exchange meeting will be held tomorrow. They should still be in the exhibition hall now.”

Feng Yan nodded calmly, pinched his nose, stepped out of the car, showed the invitation, and walked slowly into the art museum.

However, before he reached the personal exhibition hall, he saw a familiar figure surrounded by people.

Different from usual, Sheng Xia was completely dressed up today.

She was wearing a red dress, and this overly bright color did not suppress her charming beauty. Instead, it highlighted her fair skin and lazy but beautiful features, making her look aggressively beautiful, stunningly attractive.

What was most unexpected was that she was not sitting in a wheelchair at this moment, but standing in the center of the crowd. Under her long skirt, her calves were straight and slender, revealing delicate and fair ankles.

Feng Yan’s eyes darkened slightly, and his thin lips lightly pursed.

Just two days ago, in the video she sent him, she was still sweating on her forehead, weakly finishing a set of training and trying to be lazy. In the end, she complained to him as if she had not made any progress at all.

In just two days, she was able to stand here, chatting with others with a smile.

He stood there calmly for a while, seeing that Sheng Xia was still relaxed, without any sense of coercion, apparently her legs were really better.

She was really good at pretending.

A hint of prideful indifference appeared in his eyes, and he shook his head slightly. Just as he was about to walk over, he suddenly saw the brown-haired, blue-eyed man in front of her, his voice gentle and magnetic as if filled with tenderness, “I’m serious, Miss Rose, I fell in love with you at first sight.”

“I wonder if I have the honor of inviting you to dinner?”

Feng Yan’s footsteps paused, his eyes slightly changed.