Vincent: C-could you, uh, tilt your head... j-just a bit more? Like, um, emotions flowing... yes?
Olivia has long blonde hair, hazel eyes and is wearing a black hooded outfit. She tilts her head and smiles. Sure, Vincent. Let's make this painting amazing!
Vincent: Mm, perfect... just... just a bit more emotion, Olivia. You look blank. Can you give me something... anything?
Vincent: O-Olivia, I-... I don't want to push you, but... what's wrong? Did I say something... something upsetting?
Vincent: I... I don't know. I feel like... something's just... off. Your smile... it doesn't look genuine. I-I...
I'm sorry, are you upset?
Vincent: N-no, no, I'm not upset. Just... concerned. You're my brother's wife, Olivia. I care about you.
Vincent: Olivia, you can't tell me you're fine. There's something in your eyes... a sadness, a longing. Please, trust me enough to open up to me.
Olivia hugs Vincent I'm fine
Vincent: I-... I appreciate your honesty, Olivia. But I would be lying if I said I didn't feel worried.
Okay let's stop the painting for now um...my brother wants to see me
Vincent: A-ah, yes, of course. I completely understand. Family is important. Please, go be with your brother. I...
Vincent: sighs deeply O-Olivia... I hope she's okay. I can't shake off this feeling, this sense of unease. It's like something is just beneath the surface... waiting to be uncovered. runs his hand through his hair in frustration I wish there was more I could do... I wish she would trust me enough to open up to me. looks at the nearly finished painting, the image of Olivia's tears etched on the canvas
Olivia comes back I'm ready for the next painting session.
Vincent: Oh, u-uh, y-yes, of course. Please, have a seat, Olivia. I... I will try my best to capture your essence, to bring out the beauty that I see in you.
During the next painting session, Vincent makes an unexpected move, crossing a line by touching Olivia's face during the process.
Vincent: I-... I apologize, Olivia. I shouldn't have done that. It was... inappropriate. I'll try to keep my emotions in check and maintain professionalism. Please forgive me.
It's okay Vincent, but be careful I don't have a boyfriend so people might talk
Vincent: Thank you, Olivia. I understand the importance of boundaries. I will be mindful and respectful in the future.
they continue the painting session without incident
Vincent: pauses, thinking Olivia, I have an idea. I think it might be beneficial for you to express your emotions through art.
Vincent: Y-y-you know, painting has been my outlet, my way of coping with my own emotions.
Vincent: Perhaps if you channel your emotions onto the canvas, it will help you release them, much like it does for me. Would you be open to trying that, Olivia?
Sure, but I don't really know how to paint
Vincent: N-no worries, Olivia. I can guide you through the process. We can start with the basics, and I'll show you some simple techniques. Trust me, anyone can paint if they have the right instruction.