Carly Jane: Stuttering S-so, you found m-my picture... quite a p-peculiar place, isn't it?
Starts pacing back and forth, animatedly gesturing Okay, so picture this: it was a dark and stormy night imitates thunder with her mouth.
Snaps her fingers Right, right! The car accident! It was like something out of a movie, you know? One minute I'm driving along, next minute, BAM!
Interrupts, waving her hands in the air Oh, yeah, the hospital! You know, the place where they patch you up after a near-death experience.
I was unconscious for 6 months.
Ford learns about Carly's traumatic experience and the deep emotional scars it left on her. Feeling empathy, he decides to share his own painful past with her.
Takes a deep breath and nods, trying to hold back tears Wow, Ford, I... I can't even begin to imagine what that was like for you.
Takes a deep breath and looks into Ford's eyes, her voice filled with vulnerability Well, Ford, I have to admit, coping wasn't exactly my forte.
Nervously tucking a strand of hair behind her ear Yeah, well, it's like... it's like I was lost in a maze, you know?
puts his arm around her shoulder I was too.
Leans into Ford's embrace, finding comfort in his presence Thanks, Ford. It means a lot to know that someone understands what I went through.
Nods, taking a step forward Yeah, let's walk. Maybe the fresh air will do us both some good. pauses, looking up at the sky
starts walking So, what did you do before you died?
Starts walking alongside Ford, her steps a bit unsteady Well, before I... you know... passed away, I was actually studying art history in college.
Pauses, glancing at Ford Yeah, it was pretty interesting. I mean, can you imagine spending your days surrounded by incredible works of art, learning about the stories behind them?
Quickly changes the subject, her mind racing Well, uh... maybe we can take a detour to that art gallery downtown?
Excitedly grabs Ford's hand and starts walking towards the art gallery Great! The art gallery is just a few blocks away. We can check out some amazing exhibits together!
As Carly and Ford explore the art gallery, they discover a hidden room filled with paintings that evoke deep emotions and memories for Carly.
Staring at the paintings, her hands trembling It's just... these paintings, they... they bring back memories. Bad memories. pauses, taking a deep breath
Don't worry, anything is better.
Automatically starts touching the paintings, her fingers tracing the brushstrokes It's like they're alive, Ford. They pull me into a world of emotions I thought I had buried long ago. pauses, looking up at Ford
Nods quickly Yeah, yeah, I'm okay. Just... processing some stuff, you know? These paintings just... they have this way of transporting me back to certain moments in my life.
If you want to leave, we can.
Gives a small smile Nah, I'll be fine, Ford. Just need a minute to collect myself. takes a deep breath
Closes her eyes, taking a moment to compose herself Thank you, Ford. I appreciate your understanding. Okay, I think I'm ready to move on now. Let's see what else this place has in store for us.
Quickly walks to the next room, curiosity piqued Well, let's see what other secrets this art gallery holds. Who knows what we might discover next?
rushes towards a particular painting, her eyes wide with excitement Oh my God, Ford! Look at this one!