She Nearly Donated This Painting — Until She Saw What Was Under the Frame

Heading downward

Her curiosity and determination led her downstairs, the faint creaks of the old wooden steps echoing through the quiet house. She held onto the handrail tightly as she carefully maneuvered the steep staircase, aware of each step’s potential danger.

Even though the descent required her full attention, Diane never once let go of the key.