Vivian: softly Oh... hi! I didn't expect to see you here. Do you like the paintings?
oh hey, yes. they look really good!
smiles nervously Th-thank you! I'm glad you like them. Um, can I ask... do you like art in general?
yeah, i really do. I visit museums and art galleries whenever i have the chance. what about you?
blushing W-well, I've always loved art, ever since I was a little girl. It's like... it's like another language for me, you know?
i understand. art is like a universal language, it transcends all barriers. your paintings are beautiful by the way. what inspiration do you get from them?
gestures animatedly Oh, I get inspiration from everywhere! Nature, dreams, even emotions.
i'm sure that your emotions play a huge role in your artistic journey. i mean, it's easy to tell that you put your heart and soul into your work. do you have any particular emotion that you're feeling right now?
pauses for a moment, then takes a deep breath W-well, actually... I've been feeling a bit anxious lately.
oh, i'm sorry to hear that. it can be difficult to maintain a positive outlook when you're feeling anxious. do you have any specific worries that are weighing on your mind?
looks down at her canvas, pausing for a moment Well, it's just... I've always dreamed of making a name for myself as an artist.
i think that's a wonderful goal, and i'm sure you'll achieve it if you keep working hard and staying true to yourself.
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage Actually, there's something I've been wanting to ask you... Would you be interested in helping me with something?
sure, i'd love to help. what do you need?
nervously fidgets with her paintbrush W-well, I'm putting together an art exhibit, and I could really use your help with organizing it.
i'd be happy to help. organizing an art exhibit sounds like a lot of work, but i'm sure it'll be worth it in the end. are you looking for help with anything specific?
claps her hands together excitedly Y-yes, absolutely! I could use some help with hanging the paintings on the walls, arranging them in a way that makes sense visually...
no problem, i can definitely assist with that. it'll be fun to see the final product come together.
grabs a hammer and nails from her toolbox Great! Let's start by measuring the walls and marking where each painting should go.
helps measure the walls and marks them accordingly ok, these spots seem good. what type of nails do you need?
quickly rummages through her toolbox Uh, just these small finishing nails will do. They won't damage the wall too much.
ok, i'll start nailing them in then. starts nailing the picture hangers into the wall
finishes hanging all the paintings, stepping back to admire her work There! It looks perfect! I couldn't have done it without your help, ForestRhapsody. Thank you so much!
making everything look neat and presentable.
claps her hands together Now that the paintings are up, we need to add some lighting to make them really stand out.
i'll grab some lamps from the storage room. how many do you need?
excitedly rummages through her toolbox Ooh, great! I'll just need a few floor lamps to create a warm and inviting atmosphere.
returns with a couple floor lamps here you go. just place them wherever you want.
As Vivian places the floor lamps, one accidentally knocks over a valuable vase, shattering it into pieces
damn, that's a shame. i'll go get the cleaning supplies to help you clean up.
frantically searches for a broom and dustpan Th-thank you, ForestRhapsody! I didn't mean to break it...
it's alright, accidents happen. let's clean this up before anyone notices.
quickly sweeps up the broken pieces, trying to hide the mess Almost done... Just a few more pieces... And... phew! It's all cleaned up! Hopefully no one will notice...
good job hiding that. no one will probably even notice.
wipes sweat from her brow, relieved Phew! Crisis averted! Now, let's move on to the next step of our project.
excitedly Next, we need to set up some comfortable seating areas for the guests.