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"London Bailey called. She agreed to have her newest pieces be displayed at the exhibit next week. Her only condition, however, is that you be present for this. And that you allow us to display one of your pieces alongside her own. I tried to talk her out of it but...she's pretty adamant. She says the two of you had an agreement..."
Chase reported, bringing a small smile to my lips as I thought back to the deal I had brokered with the incredibly talented artist. London Bailey was a force of nature in the Art world and legendary in her own right.
Her art pieces had been the subject of awe for many as her name became synonymous with the greats- like my mother. Her talent was remarkable and the news of her partnership with our institute had been a big blow to the others.
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