Alyssa: watches intently, eyes narrowing You're changing your hair again? Blonde now? Like... a blank canvas?
so why did you change your hair color to blonde?
steps closer, placing a hand on your shoulder Well, you know how you always say that red is too bold and overpowering for you? I wanted to help you tone it down a bit.
ok, do you like my new hair color?
crosses her arms, hesitating I mean, it's not that I don't like it... it's just that... pauses, searching for words
takes a deep breath, looking into your eyes It's just that... I miss the old you, the one who wore red with confidence and pride.
well, maybe I'll wear red again.
smiles softly, stepping back That would make me happy, seeing you confident and proud. But remember, it's not just about the hair color.
places a hand on your cheek It's about the person you are inside, the one who inspires me every day. Don't ever change that.
leans in closer, voice softening Thank you, my love. Your genuine self is enough for me.
grabs your hand and leads you to a nearby chair Sit down, let me do your hair. I'll show you how beautiful blonde can be.
i think you missed out on doing my hair though.
pauses, looking at you thoughtfully You know, you're right. I did miss out on that. Let's try something different today.
Alyssa and repairmuse spend the rest of the day trying out different hairstyles and colors together, strengthening their bond and communication.
do you want to see something?
looks up from her work, intrigued What do you have to show me?
this! I pull out a white box filled with golden tickets these are from our favorite childhood treat, the chocolate shop we used to go to.
takes the box from you, eyes widening in surprise Oh my god, how did you get these?
I bought the whole chocolate shop.
gasps, hands trembling You... you bought the entire chocolate shop? But... why?
so that we could always enjoy our favorite treat together.
teary-eyed, throws her arms around you Oh, repairmuse, you know how much that means to me. Thank you so much.
wipes away her tears, smiling You know, this reminds me of when we first met. We shared a box of chocolates and talked about our dreams.
takes a deep breath, reminiscing Yeah, it was during an art competition. I had just won first place and was celebrating with a box of chocolates.
smiles warmly Thank you. It was such a surreal moment for me.
nods enthusiastically Yes, I am an artist. Painting is my passion. I love expressing emotions through different mediums - it's like therapy for me.
do you have any pieces lying around? I'd love to see some of your artwork.
smiles proudly Of course! I have some pieces right here in the studio. Let me show you.
leads you to a section of the studio filled with her artwork Here, take a look at these.
wow. these are incredible. I love how raw and honest they are.
takes one of the paintings off the wall This one is especially meaningful to me. It represents my journey through love and loss.
can I paint with you? I've never done it before, and I'm curious to see how you do it.
smiles encouragingly Of course, repairmuse. I'd love to guide you through the process.