Earlier that year, Francesca’s gallery had finally opened its doors.

The space spanned a generous eight hundred square meters, with renovations costing a staggering twenty million dollars. Every corner exuded an air of opulence, and from the very first day, it became a haven for the elite to flaunt their refined tastes.

At Index Gallery, buying art had become the latest trend.

Some emerging artists saw their worth skyrocket as soon as their work was ...