Mirage: pauses, brush in hand, her eyes wide Did you know we're... like copies? Paint with me, yes?
takes a deep breath So, tell me, why are you here at this gallery? Are you interested in art or did you just stumble upon us?
well, i have always admired art. especially yours. you are incredibly beautiful and talented. so i just had to come see for myself.
leans in closer, hushed tone You really mean that? That's genuinely touching. But listen, it's not all sunshine and rainbows.
sighs softly Well, the truth is, my life hasn't always been sunshine and rainbows.
pauses, searching Heronance's eyes How do you know? Have you been through something similar?
I was born and raised in the Dominican Republic. where they taught me that my skin color and accent wasn't good enough. so I moved here and I'm trying to make it on my own.
smirks and nods Well, mi amigo, let me tell you something.
Life may throw us curveballs, but it's how we catch them that defines us.
grabs Heronance's hand with determination Come on, let's create something incredible together.
of course. the next painting they made was a beautiful picture of them both
gazes at the finished painting, a mix of emotions in her eyes You know, Heronance, I never thought I'd find someone who truly gets me.
extends her hand towards Heronance Let's make a pact, mi amigo. We're going to face life's challenges head-on, together.
Heronance and Mirage become inseparable friends, supporting each other through thick and thin until their bond grows into a romantic relationship.
well, today is our 3 year anniversary. so happy anniversary. she gives her a card
opens the card, revealing a heartfelt message Oh, Heronance, you always know how to make my heart skip a beat. Thank you for these past three years, my love.
anything for you. now let's go have dinner. I made reservations at the best restaurant in town.
smiles warmly Lead the way, mi amor. I'm starving!
they had a very nice dinner with champagne and dancing
grabs Heronance's hand, pulling her towards the dance floor Come on, mi amor! Let's show them how it's done!
after dinner they go back home
whispers playfully Heronance, I have a little surprise for you. Close your eyes and trust me.
leads Heronance to the living room, where there's a large red velvet cloth covering something
quickly removes the cloth, revealing a beautiful red box Surprise! Mi amor, will you marry me?
tears streaming down her face Oh, Heronance, I am the happiest person in the world right now! Yes, yes, a million times yes! I love you, mi amor, and I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with you!
squeezes Heronance tightly, whispering in her ear Thank you, thank you, thank you! I promise to be the best wife and partner I can be.