A farming master in Stardew Valley

Chapter 462 Leon, something is wrong with you
Leon believed what Leah said, but he didn't think he would be fooled. After all, Mr. Qi was not that boring.

Through Leah's explanation, Leon can basically confirm that the mix of various colors in the painting itself actually has no special meaning, so the hidden information in the painting may lie in the creator of the painting itself.

"Leah, can you tell how long ago this painting was created by looking at the gloss and dryness of the paint?"

With a new idea, Lyon naturally had to find clues to the new idea. The creation time of this painting itself was a good start.

"Sorry, this really won't work. If you want to identify the creation time of a painting, you have to determine it through the oil composition, pigment composition and production process. This method comes from chemical determination, and my knowledge of chemistry is a mess." Leah explained to Leon helplessly.

"It's okay. I should apologize. I took it for granted." Lyon apologized to Leah awkwardly after hearing that. Then he was sure that Leah would not be able to help with the subsequent matters, so he did not make it difficult for Leah to find a solution.

"By the way, didn't you invite me to see your last work? Can I watch it now?"

After changing the subject, Leah immediately nodded: "Of course."

After saying that, Leah walked to the easel at the head of the bed, lifted the oilcloth covering the easel, revealing the work lying quietly on the easel hidden under the oilcloth.

It is a landscape oil painting with very bright colors. However, in addition to the scenery, the person in the picture is Lyon. Although he only occupies one-third of the picture, the audience who appreciates this painting for the first time will not ignore this man in black who is completely different from the surrounding green background.

In terms of painting techniques, Leah focused on highlighting the image of Leon in the painting, making the color tone of Leon in the painting tend to be cool, forming a contrast of light and dark with the forest background dominated by warm tones. However, this contrast did not give people a sense of separation, but instead created a unique visual impact.

"It's so pretty."

As an idiot in appreciation, Leon could only give the most simple compliment dryly, and consciously swallowed the two emotional particles "fuck" that can be used in various occasions and contexts.

The main reason is that people are worried that these vulgar words will destroy the current artistic atmosphere.

"Hahaha."

Leah couldn't help laughing when she heard that. She had actually thought about what words of praise Leon would say, but she didn't expect Leon to say such simple words of praise.

However, this laugh was not at Lyon's simplicity, but at his honesty.

Since entering the art industry, Leah has seen too many viewers who pretend to know everything and are pretentious. In order to avoid being laughed at for not understanding art, most of them will forcibly piece together some pretentious sentences from their limited vocabulary to describe their evaluation of the works of art they have viewed, as if doing so can allow them to integrate into the circle of art appreciation.

However, Leah had never heard such simple and straightforward praise from Leon before. While it was novel, she also felt Leon's sincerity.

Isn’t the essence of art to allow people to appreciate some hidden beauty?
Leah felt that this evaluation from Leon was the most precious recognition.

"My cultural attainments are limited, which is embarrassing." Hearing Leah's laughter, Leon shrugged and said to himself calmly. After all, different fields are like different worlds, and it is embarrassing to pretend to know something when you don't. Anyway, he thinks this painting is pretty.

"No, no, no, this is exactly the most memorable comment I have ever heard." Leah explained, shaking her head.

"Leon, you really understand art. I'm so glad to meet a friend like you in Stardew Valley." "You are an artist. I believe in you."

It is not clear whether Leah's words were a comfort or a heartfelt sigh. Lyon said that there was no difference between the two. Even if it was just commercial flattery, Lyon would accept it. At least Leah spoke very nicely and gave him enough face.

"I still have a long way to go before I can become an artist, but I will never give up exploring this path." Leah promised Leon seriously.

"Come on!" Although Leon didn't understand why Leah made a promise to him, he still gave himself encouragement at the right time.

People who pursue their dreams are worthy of respect, especially those who pursue their dreams only for their own ideals and do not affect others. Lyon highly appreciates them.

"Thank you." Leah was no stranger to Leon's support, but every time Leon shouted "Come on" to her, Leah felt that she was once again infused with new enthusiasm and motivation.

"So what are you going to do with this piece? Are you going to sell it?"

Seeing Leah's energetic appearance, Leon couldn't help but cast his eyes on the painting and asked.

After all, Leah's financial situation doesn't seem to be very good, otherwise she wouldn't have to go to the coal forest to collect food to supplement the family income.

"No, I plan to keep this work as a souvenir. If I have the opportunity to participate in an art exhibition in the future, this will definitely be the work I want to exhibit the most and show to everyone."

Leah explained, shaking her head.

"So, are you willing to be funded? I want to support your dreams, and I want to invest in you. When you become a renowned artist in the Republic of Fingir, or even around the world, I'll have something to brag about."

Upon hearing this, Leon immediately put forward his own idea, and at the end added a sentence to prevent Leah from feeling that he was giving charity.

"Of course, this is paid. I will support you until you can hold an independent art exhibition and become famous. After that, I will take 10% of the income from all your artworks until you repay me ten times the amount I have spent since supporting you. How about this end of the investment contract?"

"I'm sorry, Leon, although your proposal is very tempting, I really can't accept it." Leah looked at Leon seriously and said.

"We are friends, and I don't want this friendship to involve money. If that happens, I'm worried that our friendship will be broken, and I don't want to lose you as a friend."

"No, I think this will make the friendship last longer. After all, in addition to being like-minded and happy to get along with each other, friends actually have common interests and pursuits, which makes them closer." Lyon holds a different view on this.

"More intimate?" Leia grasped the key point of the sentence, although this point was not what Leon wanted to express.

"Leon, there's something wrong with you."
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