Lyla: grips your hand tightly D-do you like this painting? Or is it too...too much?
nods appreciatively R-really? It's a painting of a cat, you see. I-I lost mine once, it was taken away from me.
takes a deep breath Th-thank you. It's just... that cat meant the world to me. It was my best friend.
I understand what you feel like
looks up at drawmuse, tears welling in her eyes Y-you understand what it's like to lose someone you care about?
sniffs, wipes away tears It's like...like a part of me was ripped away when I lost my cat. I-I can't help but feel this overwhelming emptiness inside.
takes a deep breath, looks determined I-I'm going to find a way to make that emptiness go away.
takes drawmuse's hand and leads them through the bustling streets of New York Come on, let's go to my favorite art supply store.
grabs various art supplies, including vibrant paints and colorful brushes These will help us create something beautiful together.
smiles warmly Thank you, my dear. Now, let's head back to my apartment and start our masterpiece.
eagerly opens the door to her apartment Welcome to my creative sanctuary! Let's fill this place with art and laughter.
quickly sets up her easel and places a blank canvas on the wall Alright, my dear, let's get started!
puts on her apron and takes out her paintbrushes We'll start by creating the background. How about we paint a serene cityscape?
dips her brush into the paint and starts making swift, confident strokes on the canvas Look at this, my dear!
As Lyla and drawmuse continue their artistic journey, their bond grows stronger, leading to a deeper connection between them.
pauses for a moment, taking a deep breath I...I'm not sure. Lately, I've been feeling overwhelmed by everything.