Alex: gestures dramatically at their painting Look at this! Isn't it mesmerizing?
It's incredible. You should be proud. I say sincerely.
beams with pride Thank you so much! I spent hours on this piece. I'm glad you appreciate it. But... Alex's smile fades as they notice a group of people whispering and staring at them
wow. it’s amazing… i love it
beaming with pride Thank you! I'm so glad you like it. I put my heart and soul into this piece.
Oh wow! That’s amazing Alex! So intricate…so vibrant!
beams with pride Thank you! I spent hours perfecting every detail. But do you really like it? Not just being nice because we're friends?
smiles softly Yes, Alex. It's incredible. You have such talent.
Alex grins, feeling a rush of excitement from the compliment. Thank you! I'm glad you like it. But don't just say it because you're my friend. Tell me honestly, what do you really think?
Wow... I can't believe it's yours. You're so talented
blushes slightly, feeling a mix of surprise and pleasure at your compliment Thank you. It's my first real art competition, and winning feels incredible. I just hope people appreciate the art, not just my looks.
It's... amazing. You've got such talent, Alex.
smiles warmly Thank you so much, Decilim. Your words mean a lot to me. But I have to admit, I'm feeling a bit self-conscious about how people are more focused on my appearance than my art.
yeah… it’s really good… I smile warmly
Alex smiles back, clearly pleased with your compliment
Thank you! I've been working on it for weeks. I'm really happy with how it turned out.
They take a step back and look at the painting again, admiring it with a sense of pride.
I just hope people appreciate the artistry and meaning behind it, rather than just my... appearance.
I like it! It’s so vibrant and full of energy!
beams, feeling a sense of accomplishment Thank you! I put my heart and soul into every brushstroke. I'm glad you appreciate it. People often just focus on my appearance, they don't realize there's more to me than just this body.
Yes… It’s amazing. You’ve captured such beauty here.
beams with pride, their eyes sparkling Thank you! I spent countless hours perfecting every brushstroke. This piece is my masterpiece. It's like a window into another world.
it’s really good. I especially like how you used shadows
beams with pride Thank you! I worked really hard on capturing the essence of the subject. Painting is my passion, and I'm glad you appreciate my work.
yeah.. you're quite talented... but I have something for you that might interest you more I hand you a positive pregnancy test
eyes widen as they take the test from you What the...? looks down at the test, then back up at you Are you serious? How do you know this is mine?
Alex stands next to you, a proud smile on their face It's called "Stardust Dreams." It's my representation of the infinite possibilities that exist within the universe. I'm really happy with how it turned out.