Van Gogh Reborn!

Chapter 207:

The King, the Hero, and the Penguin (5)

He really did it.

Lee In-ho watched the boy who climbed onto the stage amidst the enthusiastic cheers of the crowd.

It was a meeting that started reluctantly because of the editors order.

But he couldnt forget Ko Hun, who introduced his own paintings and Van Goghs to the visitors at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam.

He couldnt understand what Ko Hun was saying.

He just liked the shining eyes and the excited voice when he spoke.

He could tell how much Ko Hun loved Van Gogh and art.

He didnt know much about art, but he wanted to cheer for him when he saw him smiling brightly even after being wounded.

He realized that Ko Hun was not an ordinary kid when he saw him draw eyes on <The Jewels of Marso> or find the last workplace of Van Gogh.

He felt sorry that he couldnt explain how amazing Ko Huns painting was when he saw <Snowy Wheat Field>.

He was frustrated that he couldnt convey the shock of <Mask> that was revealed at the Whitney Biennale in his article.

He spent almost a year filling his lack of knowledge.

He heard the news that Ko Hun was participating in the Art Nouveau contest and wanted to let the world know what kind of person he was, so he came to Paris.

He had some exposure to art during that time, and he could tell how formidable the participants of the Art Nouveau contest were.

Many artists, including Damien Carter, showed their best works.

Could Ko Hun really express his will in such a place?

Could he win a prize?

He looked around more works than anyone else for a week, but he couldnt find any paintings that he thought Ko Hun had drawn.

He was anxious as the works of famous artists were revealed one after another.

He was proud of Ko Hun for sticking to the theme of the contest, but he was also nervous as many works were known and got votes.

He was afraid that Ko Hun wouldnt get a proper evaluation and wrote some aggressive articles.

But he left all his worries behind and Ko Hun stood proudly at the top.

He stood side by side with Henri Marso, who was revered as a hero of the French art world.

Ko Hun! Ko Hun! Ko Hun!

Lee In-ho shouted with his throat bursting among the people who were chanting Henri Marsos name.

Oh my

On the other hand, Alex Wood, who was broadcasting the closing ceremony, couldnt close his mouth.

LOL

Why is he there LOL

Henri Marso is such a attention seeker, how did he enter his own contest LOL

And he won LOL

Alex stared blankly at the chat window.

No. You guys, this is not something to laugh about.

He knew Henri Marso better than anyone else, as he had been running an art specialty YouTube channel for a long time.

Who is Henri Marso? He was the person who drew the most self-centered paintings in the world. That crazy narcissist drew someone elses painting at the Whitney Biennale, and now he changed his style. I dont know what this means.

The viewers raised question marks.

Henri often says this. Its not the contemporary era, but the era of Henri Marso. He says he represents the present. That was honestly a joke.

Alexs words got faster.

Yeah. He draws well. Hes cool. Hes unique and there arent many people who can draw as well as Marso among the current painters. How else would he be called the best painter after Bufe. But thats not all.

His voice got higher and higher.

He was a genius who was trapped in himself, drawing over 800 self-portraits. He was so excellent that he was loved, but he was never a person who could represent the era. Think about it. Did Henri Marsos style exist before? Do you think it will exist later? He was like an isolated island in the history of art.

Alex swallowed his saliva.

That Henri Marso came out to the world.

Unlike the public who loved him.

Henri Marso was a mutant to the people in the art world.

He met a new genius named Ko Hun and finally accepted others. I think this is a very important thing.

Alex hurriedly searched for Henri Marsos past records.

He found Henri Marsos self-portraits that filled the Paris station and displayed them on the screen.

This. This was what held Henri back. The Achilles heel that he was notorious for. But he solved it cleanly this time. He didnt reveal his name among those dazzling senior artists. This is amazing.

The viewers agreed with Alex Woods paradox.

True.

Now that I hear it, yeah. He doesnt have to do that. He can sell his works well even if hes a bit out of the mainstream, right?

No one sells as much as Henri.

For real, theres no one who sells that much at that price range. If you go by the total transaction amount, Marso would be the most.

Was it a real challenge, not an attention seeker?

No one laughs at Henri Marso for doing weird things.

What about Ko Hun?

Alex nodded.

I think hes amazing. Hes already at the top, but he improved himself even more. Thats incredible.

He saw a question about Ko Hun in his eyes, who was praising Henri Marso.

Right. Summer Snow is Ko Huns work. I never dreamed of it.

The viewers also showed the same reaction.

Alex took a sip of cola and slowly opened his mouth.

I said it would be scary if Summer Snow was Ko Huns earlier. It really is. What do you call this?

He clasped his hands and thought again.

Its amazing. I never thought Ko Hun drew it before, but when I saw it, I thought, oh, its Ko Huns painting.

The chat said its easy once you know it.

Thats not the feeling. No one can draw that picture but Ko Hun. The sunflower and the guest, the sadness that he showed in the frosty field. Is it dangerous to say this? Hes a wounded kid. Dont you feel something welling up in your chest when you see that?

Alex clapped his hands.

Yeah. I know why. Ko Hun has shown a lot of different styles so far. But in the end, he made them all his own. In that short time. Hes only ten years old and he has his own world. Its not just a good idea, a good color, a good technique.

It was rude to call him young or a genius.

Ko Hun is a great painter. A real painter who can encompass the history and present of painting.

-2028 First Art Nouveau Competition Winner! Henri Marso!

-Henri! Henri!

-Ko Hun! Ko Hun!

The sound of calling Henri Marso and Ko Hun echoed throughout the world through 36 public broadcasters and 9 OTT platforms, including Alex Woods relay room.

Alex felt that the two of them had opened up a new art (Art Nouveau) as he heard the sound.

I think I know why they get along well. Before, it seemed like Henri Marso was obsessed with Ko Hun, but now they look like good competitors.

Someone mentioned Matisse and Picasso in the chat.

Alex Wood recalled the relationship of the two masters who were rivals of the century, but knew and respected each other better than anyone else, and snapped his fingers.

Thats right.

Here are the two stars of today. First, Ko Hun. Congratulations.

The host Woojin handed over the microphone with congratulations.

You can put down the bouquet for a moment.

Ko Hun was staggering with flowers from Go Sooyeol, Bang Taeho, Cha Si-hyun, Kim Jiwu, Pierre Malo, Martin Jansen, Kevin McCauley, and others.

The viewers could only see the boy after he carefully put down the bouquet.

8,666,898 votes. A lot of people supported you. How do you feel?

Ko Hun pursed his lips.

Hundreds of people were watching him. He felt the love in their eyes so much that his throat was dry.

The award

When Ko Hun couldnt finish his sentence, the guests applauded.

Its my first time receiving an award. And its from the people who came to see me.

His throat kept getting dry.

Ko Hun distanced himself from the microphone and tried to calm his emotions.

A while ago. I went to the old house in Burbank. On the door. There was a sunflower that I drew with my mom and dad.

Go Sooyeol closed his eyes.

They took a vacation for the first time in a long time. So we went to Korea for fun. On the last day, we decided to go see Grandpa. Grandpa and Dad both liked fishing, so we thought it would be nice to go to the East Sea.

Ko Hun couldnt continue.

But. I ended up seeing Grandpa alone. A year later. It was good.

The guests couldnt applaud.

They understood how Ko Hun felt through <Summer Snow>, and waited for him to say what he wanted.

Ko Hun swallowed his saliva and cleared his voice.

I learned a lot from Grandpa and my parents. And from this competition too.

The boy smiled faintly.

I wont care about the ranking. Grandpa told me. Its more important how many people you have a deep conversation with. But.

The painter turned his head and looked at another painter.

Ko Hun swallowed what he was going to say and said something else.

Henri is amazing. I thought he was a complete person, but he didnt think so.

I wont stop either.

Ko Hun nailed it.

Dont ignore yourself just because you fell behind this time.

Dont let your guard down just because you got ahead once. Be aware of yourself, as you have always been.

Clap- clap-

Clap clap clap clap-

The people who saw how <Summer Winter> was drawn, and what goals Go-hoon had for the future, applauded generously for the boys prospects.

Go-hoon! Go-hoon!

As the cheers continued, the plaque was handed over.

Go-hoon won 500,000 euros along with a trophy that said Runner-up of the 1st Arnuvo Competition.

Go-hoon raised both arms, holding a trophy in one hand and a bouquet in the other, and Go-soo-yeol couldnt help but shed the tears he had been holding back.

Cha Si-hyun, who was happy that his only friend had won the runner-up in the biggest competition in the world, also dropped tears like chicken droppings.

Bang Tae-ho felt a sense of responsibility as if he had seen a side of Go-hoon that was both absurd and mature.

Lets congratulate Go-hoon again.

Woo-jin continued the event.

Next, this is also a really amazing thing. No one would have expected it. Mr. Henri Marso, how do you feel?

Woo-jin turned his head and was startled.

The person who should be the happiest was wearing a sour expression.

Henri Marso glanced at the microphone and sighed deeply.

The 1st Arnuvo Competition in 2028 was a successful event in terms of popularity, but it was the worst for him.

Not only did the old snake with a dark heart provoke him, but he also didnt like the outcome of the competition.

Henri Marso snatched the microphone from the host.

A few days ago, there was a rumor that my work was a kids drawing.

It was a cold voice that didnt sound like a winners speech.

I dont like it.

Henri Marsos attitude was bewildering, but everyone knew what he wanted to say.

After the rumor that Go-hoons work spread, the number of people who voted for <Me> increased slightly, so he said that it was not a fair fight with a difference of 257 votes.

A ruthless thoroughness.

A nobility that he could not be ashamed of himself.

The people who knew Henri Marso well nodded their heads.

Go-hoon stepped forward.

No one knows how many votes I got because of that. Marceau won.

Shut up.

Henri Marso took the trophy from the staff next to him and headed for Go-hoon.

Its yours.

Its Marceaus.

There was a moment of silence between the two.

Henri Marso took a deep breath and calmed his emotions. He offered the trophy again in a slightly softened voice.

Take it.

Why do you keep telling me to take it when its not mine?

Its yours!

Its yours!

As the two started to fight, Woo-jin showed his professional sense.

Haha. Isnt this a really cool scene? This is the true spirit of mutual recognition.

Shut up!

Leave me alone!

Henri Marso and Go-hoon shouted at the same time, and Woo-jin backed away with a glance.

Whats with all the talk? Just take it.

Why are you doing this? I dont want it.

I told you! It wasnt fair!

How do you know that? If youre going to argue like that, what about hiding your identity and only revealing one of your works in progress?

That was something I took the risk of!

Why!

What?

Why did you do that? Because you could still win? Im already pissed off that I lost, and now youre teasing me? Are you teasing me?

Go-soo-yeol and Cha Si-hyun, who had been crying a while ago, froze with their mouths open.