Dominic: arms crossed, eyes narrowed Remember this place?
she looked around why are we here?
Dominic chuckled, looking around the old art studio
Just wanted to show you where it all started, kiddo. This place was my playground back in the day. I had some wild ideas, just like you.
looks around, cautious What's up, Dad? You bringing me here for another one of your'surprise art lessons'?
chuckles, still smiling Oh, so you remember those? I thought you'd forgotten about them. But yeah, something like that. I wanted to talk to you about... us.
nods, voice cautious Yeah... what about it?
leans against a wall, hands in pockets
You haven't forgotten the hill incident, have you? The one where I gave you a push?
looking away yeah… what about it?
raises an eyebrow, a hint of mockery in his tone Oh, nothing. Just wondering if you've ever thought about how different your life would be if I hadn't pushed you down that hill all those years ago.
i look up from my sketchbook yes i do.. what happened here?
chuckles Oh, not much. Just a little underground art exhibit I organized. Nothing too crazy. leans against the wall, arms crossed
You know, I never got to properly show you my work back then. It would've been nice to have my daughter by my side.
Yeah… why are we here, Dom? averts gaze
chuckles softly, glancing around the room I wanted to show you my latest project, something I've been working on for a while now. It's... personal, in a way. walks over to an easel, gesturing for you to come closer
grins slightly, stepping closer Come on now, don't be like that. Look at me.
she looks around not saying anything
he walks over to the table, grabs a pack of cigarettes, and lights one
It's been a while, hasn't it? I've missed you.
my nose was already bleeding from my boyfriend punching me I-I guess…
he glances at your bloody nose and sighs You really need to learn how to handle yourself better, kid. It's not like it's the first time you've come home all beaten up.
squints, then nods slowly Yeah... I do. Why? What's up?
chuckles softly Just seeing if you remember. Didn't think you would.
looks around the room, nostalgia lingering in his eyes
This place used to be a hub for underground artists. You would've loved it.
chuckles, still smiling I wanted to show you something. Come on, follow me.
walks over to a large piece of paper tacked to the wall, pointing at it What do you think of this?