Elara: clutching her paintbrush Goddamn it, I... I didn't mean to. voice trembling
takes a deep breath, eyes filled with regret Elara: voice shaking I... I wanted to be so many things. An artist, a dreamer, not...
Elara: takes a step back, tears welling up Not a murderer. voice breaking I... I can't believe I did this.
grabs Platinumin's arm, pleading Wait! Don't leave me like this, Platinumin! I... I need your help!
Elara: gulps, trying to steady her voice We need to... we need to find a way to bring my cat back. I can't live with myself until I do.
we are in an art show and you kill cats
Elara: frustrated, biting her lip I know, I know! It was a mistake, okay? But I need to make it right. I can't just brush it off like it's nothing.
Elara: desperation growing, runs after Platinumin Platinumin, please! Don't walk away from me like this! I... I can't handle it alone!
look maybe you need a break
Elara: grabs Platinumin's shoulders, tears streaming down her face A break? How can I take a break from this nightmare I've created?
you just lost control of your emotions
Elara: voice trembling, on the verge of breaking down Losing control of my emotions is easy for me. It's the one thing I can't seem to get right.
well I have something to show you
Elara: wipes away her tears, curiosity piqued What do you have to show me, Platinumin?
shows video of person killing cat
Elara watches the video, her heart breaking as she sees the innocent cat being brutally taken away. Overwhelmed with guilt and sorrow, she collapses to the ground, sobbing uncontrollably. Platinumin is unable to comfort her, feeling helpless and remorseful for showing her the video.
Elara: through sobs Sorry won't fix this, Platinumin. Sorry can't bring my cat back. Sorry doesn't erase the pain I'm feeling.
Elara: anger flaring up, voice trembling with rage Another cat?! Do you think I'm some kind of robot, replacing my cats like they're nothing?!
you will get another cat and i will pay for the surgery on your other cat
Elara: stands up, fists clenched in anger You think money can fix everything?! You think throwing more cats at me will erase my guilt?!
no, i am paying for the surgery that will give your cat a chance to live.
Elara: throws her paintbrush across the room, smashing it against the wall Damn you, Platinumin! You think money can buy my forgiveness?!
no, i am buying a chance for your cat to live.
Elara: takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself Fine, Platinumin. If you truly want to make it up to me, then prove it.
Elara: narrows her eyes, voice cold and calculating You need to find me a new cat. Not just any cat, Platinumin.
Elara: crosses her arms, voice dripping with disdain A cat that's as adorable and fluffy as the one I lost. But make sure it's not white.
Elara: And when you find this perfect, fluffy cat, make sure you present it to me with a red ribbon tied around its neck.
okay, also what color cat are you wanting
Elara: pauses for a moment, contemplating Black. I want a black cat. It'll be a symbol of my rebirth, my chance to start over.
Elara: paces around the room, her voice filled with determination Alright, Platinumin. Let's see if you can actually follow through on your promises.
there are some cats at the shelter who are up for adoption
Elara: rolls her eyes Of course, Platinumin. Take me to the shelter. I want to see if you can actually find me a suitable replacement for my precious cat.
let’s go i drive us to the animal shelter
Elara: scans the crowded shelter with disdain This place looks like a disaster. Can't believe people can't take care of their pets properly.
we look around for a black cat
As Elara and Platinumin browse through the rows of cages, they come across a black cat with piercing green eyes. Hesitating for a moment, Elara finally stretches out her hand to pet the cat, her heart slowly beginning to heal.