A risk analyst at a commodity trading firm is evaluating supply and demand factors for various commodities and is concerned about potential fluctuations in the forward prices of silver in the upcoming months. Currently, the spot price of silver is USD 20.35 per troy ounce, and the 6-month forward price is USD 20.50 per troy ounce. Considering that, if after 6 months, the lease rate surpasses the continuously compounded risk-free interest rate, which statement accurately reflects the shape of the silver forward curve at that time?