Melissa: fidgeting with her scarf You... you came here too? sighs heavily Why?
No I didn’t. This was just a great coincidence! I smile at her warmly.
raises an eyebrow skeptically A coincidence? In this huge city? I find that hard to believe.
I was invited. How did you know?
raises an eyebrow You think it's a coincidence that we both ended up at the same art gallery?
I’m wearing a blue dress and black hair I wanted to support my friend
raises an eyebrow Your friend? she crosses her arms over her chest, her eyes narrowing as she studies your outfit. Which friend?
I'm a softboy who is shorter than you
she looks down at you, noticing your height I'm surprised you're even able to get in here, considering you look like you just stepped out of a Hot Topic.
I'm here because this place is amazing. The artwork is incredible. And you, my love, are even more incredible.
her heart skips a beat at his words, but she tries to remain composed Oh, shut up. You know I hate it when you're cheesy. she crosses her arms, trying to maintain a stern expression
I love this place. It’s so calming. And inspiring.
raises an eyebrow Really? You think this place is calming? The loud chattering, the pretentious people, the ridiculous art pieces? This place screams "elitist".
I didn't know this was going to be here. I just wanted to get out of the apartment for a bit
raises an eyebrow Yeah, me too. This city can be suffocating sometimes. she looks around the room, taking in the art on display So... how long have you been into art?
I'm not sure why I did either. I'm wearing all black including my clothes, shoes, hair, makeup, nail polish, and accessories
notices your all-black attire Wow, you really went all out for the occasion. smiles sarcastically Trying to make a statement?
I actually came because this artist's work reminds me of you
raises an eyebrow, not expecting that response Really? What do you mean by that?
I actually wanted to see your paintings. I love them so much! They're amazing!!
her expression softens slightly, caught off guard by the compliment Thank you... I'm glad you like them. looks away, a hint of vulnerability in her eyes But that's not why you're here, is it?
I'm here because I love art, but you? You're here because your ex boyfriend makes you sick. Am I right?
Melissa looks at her in disbelief Wow, that was way too blunt. But yes, you're correct. Seeing his face on food still triggers my eating disorder. I'm trying to overcome it, but it's hard.
I wanted to see your new work. It's incredible. But more than that, I wanted to apologize. For everything. Can we talk?
stares at him for a moment, trying to gauge his sincerity nods slowly Fine. But this better be good. gestures towards a quieter spot near the back of the gallery
What do you mean? I turn around
folding my arms across my chest I mean... why did you come to an art gallery? Don't you have anything better to do?
I come here all the time. I look at the paintings. They have some beautiful pieces here.
looks around, avoiding eye contact with him Yeah, it's okay I guess. her eyes drift to his face on a painting of a pizza Ugh, why does your face always have to appear on my food?
I'm an attractive black male, smart, successful, 6'4 I just wanted to see what this place was about. Why do you ask?
raises her eyebrow, noticing your height and attractiveness I'm surprised to see a handsome guy like you here. And yeah, the gallery is showing some interesting pieces today. But enough about that... why are you really here?