What is it like to be a teacher as a magister?

Realistic portrait

garden area.

"Wind and Rainbow" shop.

Countess Rudolph walked in the spacious passage with her best friend Ms. Akalis on her arm.

The exquisite decoration in the store and various luminous stones used for lighting are reflected on the jewelry of the two ladies and complement each other.

Behind them, the young clerk kept an eye on their movements at any time. She would not rush forward to introduce products, and would appear immediately when the two ladies needed them.

"Acharis, come and help me see, is this crystal necklace similar to the one that the Earl gave me last month?" The graceful and luxurious Countess asked her companion while holding a transparent necklace.

"It does, so, my dear Countess, it seems that you are doomed to return empty-handed today."

The lady named Akaris is an etiquette teacher, who is responsible for teaching young noblemen and ladies to be familiar with the etiquette of high society, including but not limited to dressing, body posture, language, banquet communication, art appreciation, elegant sports, etc. .

Therefore, although she does not belong to the aristocratic class, but because of the particularity of her occupation, she can come into contact with high-class people almost every day, and has the reputation of "a commoner who is more elegant than nobles".

"No, Acharis."

The countess smiled and said, "Although your art appreciation is better than mine, I think I can be your teacher in turn when it comes to jewelry."

"what do you mean?"

"Although the crystal on this necklace is the same as mine, the silk thread it uses is better than mine, and the match is more perfect."

"You won't buy the whole necklace just for this silk thread, will you?" Acaris, who was used to the luxurious life of the nobility, was quite surprised.

"Why not?"

Due to her status as a Countess, she cannot be as free as Acarice. Generally, she can only move around on her own in the Garden District and parts of the King’s District. shop, just in this range.Perhaps because of this, it is often necessary to use prodigality to satisfy the regret of lack of freedom.

"Your vision is admirable. I have to say that my background is not enough to support me to reach your level in jewelry appreciation." Aka Lisi knew that this countess who didn't have much aesthetics was just enjoying the feeling of spending a lot of money , but still gave her enough face.

The clerk appeared beside the countess at the right time, and after praising the latter's beauty and vision, she took the crystal necklace and went to pack it.

"I heard that the Chamber of Commerce introduced a veil flower lipstick from Nazland?"

"Yes, ma'am, it will be on the shelves next week, and I invite you to taste it then."

"It's a pity that Ms. Phinea seems to be very busy recently. I asked her out a few times and said it was urgent. Otherwise, I could still get a sample from her." The Countess said regretfully.

"The master is really troubled by mundane things recently, and we haven't seen her come to the store to check for a long time...Madam, your necklace is packed."

"When the lipstick is on the counter, remember to notify me."

"Be sure to inform you first... please go slowly."

Countess Rudolf walked out of the store with a dignified manner, but before she went out, she let out a "huh".

She stopped, took two steps back, and looked up at the inside of the shop's outer wall.

"I'm pretty sure the picture is new."

Because it was placed at a relatively high position, the countess pointed to the painting and said, "Take down the second painting above and let me have a look."

"Ok."

……

"This is...?" The countess immediately showed surprise after receiving the painting.

"Miss Dinah?" Acharis leaned over.

"Dinah from the White Rose Theater was later bought back by the Duke of Violet. I'm not mistaken."

"This painting is so realistic that no one will misread it."

"You guys still sell Miss Dinah's portrait here?" The countess looked at the clerk.

The female clerk showed a helpless and flattering expression: "This was delivered from the headquarters of the Chamber of Commerce early this morning. Because the display cabinet has not been confirmed yet, it is placed on a high place. In the end, Madam, you have sharp eyes."

The Countess tilted the portrait towards Akaris, and asked, "Can you tell whose work this is? The technique is so incredible, when did Thunder City have such a powerful painter?"

"This is..."

Akaris looked at it carefully for a while, and was also very surprised.

This is a small portrait of standard size, 15.5 inches long and 11.8 inches wide, painted on a 0.5 inch thick poplar board.

But even the best water-based paints can't produce such detailed paintings.

Because of her professionalism, she didn't dare to touch the surface of the painting with her hands, but from the naked eye, she couldn't feel the thickness of the paint at all.

The portraits are very realistic.

It's so realistic that it's like seeing a real person.

There is no doubt about it.

But because it is too realistic, I can't see any painting style at all, let alone guess which painter's masterpiece.

The more she looked at it, the more strange it became.

Obviously the scenery, colors, lines, etc. are excellent in all aspects, and the skills are extremely superb, but the whole painting looks like, apart from the beauty of Dinah herself, there is no artistry.

This made Akalis, who has a very high appreciation of art, feel very uncomfortable.

Refined and elegant, yet utterly mediocre.

……

However, the Countess was extremely fascinated. Dinah, who was holding a corner of a long skirt in the portrait, reminded her of the time when she went to the White Rose Theater with the Earl. At that time, the Earl was still obsessed with herself. Year……

She suddenly came to her senses and asked the clerk:
"Do you know who the artist is?"

"Sorry, ma'am, the Chamber of Commerce didn't inform us."

The Countess was not offended, as it was not uncommon for painters who were unwilling to reveal their information.

This is also a game often played by the upper class and art circles.

A top painter sold a painting anonymously, but was spotted by a certain nobleman and bought it at a high price. Finally, the truth was revealed in a social occasion. It shows that he doesn't need to rely on his real talent and learning at all.

Countess Rudolph asked again: "Then how do you sell this painting?"

"Because it is a new work, the temporary price is 8 gold lang, 74 silver shields and 9 copper plants."

"Wrap it up." The countess didn't blink.

"Ma'am, please wait a moment."

Akaris stopped her, and then said to the clerk: "As a work whose identity is not known for the time being, the price seems a bit high. Besides, why is such a strange number accurate to the copper plant?"

Although the Countess didn't like Akaris' "bargaining" very much, she was also very curious about the latter question.

How can customers who consume in this kind of shop carry copper plants on their bodies?

The female clerk smiled slightly: "According to the chamber of commerce, this price is exactly the cost of the painting, so... our store is only responsible for publicity for the time being, and does not earn 1 copper plant."

Hearing that it was the cost price, neither Acaris nor the Countess was too suspicious.

If it is a top painter, plus the best paint and drawing board, the price is not outrageous.

And judging from this painting, the painter's skills are absolutely impeccable.

But skill is not everything in painting. If it is an unknown painter, I am afraid it is really not worth the price. On the contrary, the beauty and identity of the person in the painting may make the painting more valuable.

However, the Countess couldn't wait any longer. She felt that she was losing face because of this little money, and she was very satisfied with the painting, so she was eager to take it back and share it with others.

Akaris also came to her senses. She blamed herself for being disturbed by a painting, and almost offended the countess, so she hurriedly said:

"Ma'am, although I can't guess the author yet, just judging from this painting itself, it can be regarded as creating a style. Perhaps soon, there will be another genre in the painting world."

(End of this chapter)