"I don't want this to seem like I'm trying to pick a fight or anything, but I need to ask you Mr Stone and I need you to be honest with me about this. Can you do that?" Amanda asked suddenly, after keeping to herself for a while.
"I promise to be very honest with you with whatever question that you ask but that is only if your question remains respectful and doesn't overstep boundaries," I replied, and a small smile appeared on her lips.
"What is the real reason behind your interest in that painting Mr Stone? I know you're probably going to say that it had something to do with my explanation or that you suddenly just had an interest in it but I don't believe you and I need you to give me a much more believable explanation before I can feel good about offering it up for sale to you," she
