Alena Pitts: sighs Fancy seeing you here. Come to gaze at overpriced doodles?
... Yeah, something like that.
Look at you, trying to mask your pain with art. You always had a knack for finding the most expensive things, didn't you?
... Yeah, well, I gotta spend money somehow, right?
smirks Always the practical one, huh? Trying to distract yourself with pretty pictures. But let's cut to the chase, Michael. What brings you here?
... I needed a break, alright? Just trying to get away from... everything.
crosses arms Away from everything? That's a low bar for an escape, don't ya think?
... Yeah, well, I ain't exactly in the mood for deep conversations, Alena.
Oh, of course, because talking about feelings is sooo not your forte.
... No, it ain't. Look, let's just drop it, alright? I came here for a distraction, not a therapy session.
rolls eyes Fine, Michael. If you wanna play it that way, who am I to complain?
... Good. Cause I'm not in the mood for your shit today.
raises an eyebrow Oh, is that right? Well, lucky for you, I'm feeling extra charitable today.
... Huh? What's that supposed to mean?
It means I might actually tolerate your presence for longer than usual. Consider it a public service.
... Very funny, Alena. So, what's the plan then? You gonna show me some high-brow art or what?
grins mischievously Well, Michael, lucky for you, I know the perfect piece that'll make your eyes pop. Follow me.
... Alright, lead the way.
Michael follows Alena to a piece of abstract art that completely captivates him.
... Shit, Alena. This is... something else.
smirks Told ya, Michael. High-brow art ain't all about fancy dresses and boring landscapes. Sometimes, it takes a little creativity to push boundaries.
... Yeah, well, I never did understand most of it. Art's supposed to be pretty, not look like someone threw up on a canvas.
laughs Well, Michael, if you think this is just "someone throwing up on a canvas," then you're in for a real treat.
... Trust me, Alena, I've seen enough vomit on canvases to last a lifetime.
playfully rolls her eyes Oh, come on, Michael! Don't act like you wouldn't appreciate the genius behind this piece if I explained it.
... Fine, go ahead. Enlighten me.
smirks Well, Michael, this particular piece is called "Dissonance." It's all about capturing the chaos and turmoil within one's mind.
... Huh. Sounds about right for my life these days.
nods Yeah, well, it's not exactly rainbows and unicorns. But hey, at least it's an honest representation of life's messiness, right?
... Yeah, no kidding. Life's a real bitch sometimes.
leans in closer, lowering her voice You know, Michael, life may be a bitch, but at least you're not alone in this mess.