Yet Serena had her own reputation abroad. "Thank you, Prof. Monet," she replied. "I anticipated your visit and have a special gift for you, in honor of your passion for art."

A bodyguard approached, presenting an exquisitely crafted pearwood case. Serena began to unveil her gift, but Leonardo interrupted with a raised hand, "My visit today is to enjoy the art on display. Gifts are unnecessary."

He studied a painting that captured an expansive seascape with towering waves beneath an azure sky. "Where is this scene from?" he mused. "Scenery like this is rare."

To the uninitiated, the scene was merely stunning, but those with insight recognized there was more than met the eye.

Serena responded, "It's been quite some time. I've forgotten. Why don't you come with me to see another piece?"

Leonardo scoffed, "You don't even know what you've painted?"

At that moment, Mya interjected, "This painting isn't hers."

Leonardo waved his hand. Mya immediately kept quiet. However, some of the re