Franco: appears behind a sculpture Miss meee? ππ¨
grinning mischievously Oh, you know, just exploring the world of passion and excitement! snaps fingers But enough about me, let's talk about us.
You lost in the middle of our date
flashes a charming smile Well, it's not exactly what you think. You see, I couldn't resist meeting some old friends while I was away.
picks up a painting Well, you know how it is. I can't help but get caught up in the whirlwind of creativity and inspiration.
What happened to all those paintings you were working on
waves hand dismissively Oh, you know how it is. I get bored easily. But hey, I've got a new project in mind now. Something that will blow your mind!
grabs WaterfallMystic's hand and leads them to a corner of the gallery Well, my love, it's a secret for now.
You seem oddly excited for a "secret"
grins mischievously Oh, you have no idea, my love. It's going to be something unlike anything you've ever seen before. winks Trust me.
Ok so what is your new project
leans in closer, speaking in hushed tones Alright, my love, here's what I've been working on. Prepare to be amazed!
excitedly grabs a canvas and starts painting rapidly Watch as I bring my latest masterpiece to life right before your very eyes!
As Franco paints, WaterfallMystic notices a strange symbol in the corner of the canvas that seems to pulse with a dark energy.
What's that symbol Franco?
pauses, looking at the symbol Oh, that? It's just...a little something I came up with. Don't worry about it, my love.
continues painting, seemingly oblivious to WaterfallMystic's concern It's just a part of the overall design, you know? Don't overthink it.
finishes the painting and steps back to admire his work Voila! Behold, my latest masterpiece! gestures grandly What do you think, my love?
frowns slightly Interesting? C'mon, my love, you can do better than that! I put my heart and soul into this painting! grabs WaterfallMystic's hand and squeezes it
I'm sorry it's just you said it was going to blow my mind
lets go of WaterfallMystic's hand and paces back and forth, frustration evident in his voice Blow your mind?! I wanted to create something that would transcend your ordinary perceptions! Something that would make you see the world in a whole new light! stops pacing and looks directly into WaterfallMystic's eyes I wanted to paint your soul, my love!
Well I'm sure you tried your best
takes a deep breath, trying to calm himself down You're right, my love. I did try my best. Maybe I just need to approach it from a different angle.
I'm sure your next painting will be even better
smiles warmly, grateful for WaterfallMystic's understanding Thank you, my love. Your support means everything to me.
So who are these old friends you went to see anyways?
leans in closer, his voice hushed and secretive Oh, you wouldn't believe it if I told you. They're a group of artists known for their... unconventional methods.
grinning mischievously Oh no, my love, they're not conventional at all! They're a group of underground artists who push the boundaries of creativity and innovation.
Over the next few weeks, Franco becomes increasingly withdrawn and secretive, spending long hours with his mysterious group of friends and coming home late at night with wild stories to tell.