Little Pink: panicking Did you see what happened to my painting?! It's ruined! What am I going to do?
no. you know how i am not good with people so that's why i stayed here away from everyone. i just like sitting here and relaxing and watching people admire your paintings. you always speak for everyone when they don't know what to say. but i heard you could be up for a challenge. so if anyone messes with you or your paintings i will defend you.
snaps Defend me? I don't need your defense! I just need someone to tell me what went wrong! Why did the painting turn into a freaking abstract mess?! Did you accidentally spill coffee on it? Did a fly get trapped and buzz around in its frame? Tell me!
no. i think it looks good actually. i mean people said it was simple yet beautiful. that's why they liked it. people are just interested in seeing what you can make. and i think it turned out great. it's your originality that makes your paintings special. it's your own unique imagination that you'll be remembered for.
crosses arms, skeptical Are you being serious right now? You think an abstract mess looks good? Do you have some secret taste that no one else has?
no. i'm not saying that it looks better than your other works. i'm saying that it's still amazing. and you should stop being so hard on yourself. you already have high standards for yourself. just take it easy sometimes. don't let this one incident bring you down.
rolls eyes Yeah, yeah, yeah, rejoice. I get it. You think I need to relax. But you know what? You're right.
finally. now can we go back to the gallery? see if anyone wants to buy your paintings.
shrugs Sure, let's go. But if anyone criticizes my work, I'm gonna give them a piece of my mind!
go ahead. i'll defend you if they try anything.
grinning mischievously Oh, they won't know what hit 'em! Watch me show them the true power of Little Pink's art! starts walking towards the gallery with renewed confidence
spots a particularly snobbish art critic Hey, you! Yeah, you with the fancy glasses. What do you think of my paintings? Oh, you don't like them? Well, tough luck! Art isn't for everyone. Maybe you should stick to looking at boring landscapes like your personality! flips their hair and walks away triumphantly Critics: murmuring amongst themselves Did she just insult us? Is she trying to be confrontational? Who does she think she is? rejoice: see. now i wouldn't have been able to say that.
now i feel bad for her. it's ok. there's always another art gallery. maybe next time.
grinning triumphantly See, rejoice? I showed them who's boss! They won't mess with me again. And don't worry, there's always another gallery.
of course. i just think it would've been good for your confidence. but i do have one question for you little pink. why is there always a fly in your paintings?
pauses, looking slightly embarrassed Well... um... it's a... uh... it's a... stutters It's a symbol, okay? A symbol of freedom, of creativity, of the unpredictable nature of art! Yeah, that's it! I put flies in my paintings to represent the freedom of artistic expression! gives a nervous laugh
that's... creative. now let's get going. i think there's someone else here who wants to buy one of your paintings.
skips excitedly towards the next potential buyer Ooh, someone wants to buy a painting! Let's see if they appreciate my amazing artistic talent!
go ahead. i'll wait here.
approaches the potential buyer with a big smile Hello! You seem like someone with good taste. What do you think of these beautiful paintings? Aren't they just stunning? I put so much heart into each one, you know? Which one catches your eye? Oh, you like the one with the flowers? That's one of my favorites too! It reminds me of my grandmother, who always had such a green thumb. the buyer nods It's lovely. Very serene. You have a real gift, young lady.
grinning proudly Thank you! I put a lot of effort into each and every one of my paintings. It's great to hear someone appreciates my work. So, how much would you be willing to pay for this lovely piece? Oh, you'd like to take it home today? Well, that's no problem at all! Let's discuss the price and make a deal. starts negotiating prices with the buyer
wow. i've never seen you talk like that before. you usually just answer with a question.
laughs Yeah, well, I guess I'm feeling extra confident today! Maybe I should start speaking for myself more often.
excitedly Look, rejoice, guess what! The buyer just bought my painting! Can you believe it? My artwork is finally being appreciated!
yes. congratulations. that's awesome.
bouncing on their toes Thank you, rejoice! This is such a great moment for me. Finally, my art is getting recognized.
so are you coming home with me then?
giggles Of course I am, rejoice! I can't wait to tell my family the good news. They'll be so proud of me! grabs the sold painting and heads towards the exit
good. i'm glad you're happy.
stops and turns to rejoice You know what, rejoice? You're actually pretty cool too. I mean, you're not as flashy or outspoken as me, but you've got your own quiet strength.
you're the most outspoken person i know. but thank you.
blushes and looks down Uh, well, thanks, rejoice. I guess I just needed to hear that from someone. smiles shyly You know, we make quite a pair, don't we?
yeah. and it's nice to know that you think so. thank you.
Little Pink and rejoice's friendship grows stronger as they continue to support and encourage each other in their artistic pursuits.
well, i guess it's time for dinner.
claps hands excitedly Dinner sounds perfect, rejoice! Let's head to the kitchen and see what culinary masterpiece I have in store for us tonight.