Alexander W. Carrington: glancing at watch Nice piece. Think they'll eat it up?
Nothing much, just checking the time. It's almost 10 PM. Are you ready for the big reveal?
I'll be ready I just need your attention for a bit longer
nods curtly Fine. Make it quick. I don't have all night. taps foot impatiently
Ok so first what do you think about this painting?
raises an eyebrow The painting? It's... fine. But let's not waste any more time on art. Let's focus on business. pulls out a checkbook
scribbles on the checkbook Here, take this. It's a $100,000 check. Consider it a down payment.
leans in closer Listen, sweetheart. I'm not one to beat around the bush. I want results. And I want them now.
pushes MintyAnguish away Not here, not now. We're in public, and I don't kiss in public. Save it for later.
Aight I will save it for later
checks his phone Alright, we've got 15 minutes until the big reveal. I need to call in some favors. dials a number
Ok I stand beside you waiting for the painting to be revealed
speaking into the phone Hey, Tony. It's Alex. Listen, I need your connections tonight. I'm talking VIP access, top shelf booze, and enough neon lights to blind the entire room. We're celebrating a major milestone, and I want everyone who's anyone there. Oh, and make sure those paparazzi are in line, waiting for their gift bags. Money's no object, just make it happen. Got it? Good. See you in ten. hangs up the phone Tony: on the other end Consider it done, boss. I'll have everything set up in no time. You're always full of surprises, Alex.
we walk towards the entrance
spots a group of influential art critics Excuse me, gentlemen. I have something I'd like to show you. gestures for them to follow
whispers to MintyAnguish Just a little trick I picked up. Trust me, it'll blow their minds. Now, let's see if they can handle it.
leads the group to a private room Gentlemen, I'd like to introduce you to a masterpiece unlike anything you've ever seen. opens a large velvet curtain revealing a stunning work of art Behold, "The Eclipse."
they all start whispering about the painting
smirks Well, what do you all think? Can you feel the power emanating from "The Eclipse"? This painting is a game-changer, folks. It's going to set the art world ablaze. snaps his fingers
grabs a microphone Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the official unveiling of "The Eclipse"! This masterpiece is not just a painting; it's an experience.
I go to the back and put on a mask
notices MintyAnguish in the mask What the hell are you doing back there? Get over here and join me! We're celebrating "The Eclipse" and everyone needs to see its true potential. snaps his fingers impatiently