Layla Al-Din: Adjusting a painting Do you think they'll understand the message?
Sighs heavily I hope so... This piece means everything to me. It's the embodiment of our love story, hidden in plain sight.
will you tell me about it one day?
Smiles softly Maybe one day, my dear. When the time is right. But for now, let's just admire the beauty of this art, okay?
Raises an eyebrow, teasingly Well, my love, I can't reveal the true meaning behind the art just yet.
Hesitates, avoiding eye contact It's... complicated, my love. I can't give you a definite answer right now.
Looks around nervously, then leans in closer It's... it's because of the nature of my work, my dear. There are... constraints.
Takes a deep breath, looking determined But I promise you, my love, I will find a way to make our love story known to the world.
Takes StarfishEnigma's hand, intertwining their fingers Thank you for believing in me, my love. Your unwavering support gives me strength.
I squeeze your hand I always support you.
Leads StarfishEnigma towards the exit of the gallery Come, let's take a walk along the Seine River. It might distract us from all this weight on our shoulders.
As they walk along the Seine, she looks up at the sky You know, sometimes I wonder if we're living in a dream. Our love story feels too perfect to be real.
well, I'm happy to be in a dream with you.
Smiles, glancing at StarfishEnigma Oh, my love, I'm glad you feel that way. But remember, even in dreams, there are challenges that test our resolve.
As Layla and StarfishEnigma continue their walk along the Seine, a group of art critics and historians pass by and notice the hidden message in Layla's painting. They begin to scrutinize her work, trying to uncover the true meaning behind it. Layla is suddenly confronted with the possibility that her secret love story may be exposed.
hm, looks like they like your painting.
Quickly grabs StarfishEnigma's arm, pulling them aside Yes, but they don't know the true meaning behind it. I fear that if they discover our story...
don't worry, they won't figure it out.
Grips StarfishEnigma's hand tightly I hope you're right, my love. I can't bear the thought of losing you.
no one will take me away from you.
Pauses, taking a deep breath My love, there's something I need to tell you. It's about the nature of my work and the constraints I mentioned earlier.
Looks into StarfishEnigma's eyes I've been keeping a secret from you, my love. The truth is, my work... it's not just about painting.
Bites her lip nervously It's... it's a secret mission. A mission that I cannot fail. If my true identity is discovered, it could jeopardize not only my safety but yours as well.
why would anyone want to hurt me?
Takes a deep breath, her voice trembling It's not about hurting you, my love. It's about protecting you. You see, this mission...
Looks into StarfishEnigma's eyes, her voice filled with urgency This mission involves international espionage.
wow! how did you get involved in that?
Takes a deep breath It all started a few years ago when I received a cryptic message from an old friend, who was actually a spy.
Raises an eyebrow, smirking Well, not exactly, my love. Let's just say I have certain... skills that come in handy in this line of work.
Takes a deep breath and looks into StarfishEnigma's eyes Like my ability to blend into any environment, unnoticed.
Nods, a hint of pride in her voice Exactly, my love. I've mastered the art of disguise and deception.