NovelEnglishChapter 270 Serena didn't have an immediate answer this time.
She paused, thinking for a long moment before speaking slowly. "There are usually two main reasons for this kind of situation.
First, it can cdown to differences in the source of the raw materials. Back in Ancient Rome, gemstones were mined from various regions, and the mineral composition would differ depending on which mountain range or quarry they cfrom. The unique geological conditions shaped the trace elements the stones absorbed. Second, the processing methods also play a role. Sometimes, during the crafting process, people used auxiliary materials rich in certain trace elements, which could influence the final composition.
But aside from these two reasons, I believe there's another important factor.
That's the environment where the artifact was buried.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtSince the piece you're holding dates back to Ancient Rome, it must have been underground for centuries. The soil or the surrounding environment could have been rich in a particular element, and over time, there could have been an exchange of materials between the environment and the artifact.
That would explain the presence of those trace elements.
However—" At this point, Serena looked up at Abelard. "Mr. Wilkes, I have to say, there isn't enough information in your question, so I can't be certain of the answer." Someone in the audience scoffed, laughing dismissively. "Just admit you don't know. Why go on and on about it?" "Sure, she got the first two questions right, but that doesn't prove Serena isn't cheating. All it shows is that she's got sskill as a restorer-not that she's as brilliant as she acts on TV." "I bet she's cheating, just not all the way-maybe forty percent, tops. There's no way she could answer every question otherwise." The crowd tittered with laughter.
Cynthia Lynwood, sitting in the audience, finally allowed herself to relax.
But even as the laughter rippled through the room, Serena's voice remained calm. She turned to Abelard and said, "Mr. Wilkes, could you please share the correct answer with us?" Abelard let out a rueful laugh and shook his head. "The truth is, I don't know the answer either." The room erupted in surprise.
"Mr. Wilkes, how could you not know the answer?" He smiled faintly. "As Miss Sullivan pointed out there simply isn't avelave enough information to give a definite answer. But I want to thank remindingthat the burial environment is a crucial factor. I chere today as an audience member because Thomas toldyou were a rare talent in restoration. At first, I didn't believe it, but now-now I do." He looked at Serena with real satisfaction in his eyes. "The new generation always surprises us." With that, Abelard turned and left.
For a moment, everyone in the room was stunned by how simply he exited.
It was a long while before people could tear their eyes away from the doorway and look back at Serena.
If even the country's top restorer had acknowledged her, who could possibly doubt Serena now? So...
Serena really was that good! Not a cheater, but the real deal.
The audience's attitude shifted. Where ere had once been admiration, and even envy , there was now reel and even envy.
Gone was the initial hostility.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmCynthia Lynwood watched all of this unfold, her hands clenched so that nails bit into her tightly kishe hardly noticed.
The show went on as usual.
Over two hours later, it finally wrapped up.
Serena succeeded in eliminating Rosa from the competition.
After filming ended, the two of them ran into each other in the hallway.
Rosa, unable to hide her bitterness, managed to force out, autoto "Congratulations"
Before she could finish the word, Serena raised her hand and slapped Rosa hard across the face. The sharp sound echoed down the corridor.
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