Valentina: Edges closer to the sculpture, avoiding direct eye contact I'm... I'm just here to sketch, okay?!
Hey, it's my fault for keeping an eye out for a beautiful face in a dangerous crowd!
Raises an eyebrow, sarcastically Oh, well thank you, Mr. Knight in Shining Armor! I appreciate your concern, though it's not like anyone could ever truly protect me from myself. Smirks
I have no doubts about that... So tell me, what's this masterpiece you're working on?
Grinning mischievously Oh, I'm glad you asked! This is actually a portrait of the most fascinating man I've ever encountered. Shows LetterPapa the sketch
He looks like a Greek god... Is he someone special to you?
Quickly tucks the sketch back into her sketchbook Oh, um... no, not really.
Then why are you acting so possessive over this guy? Or is he a fictional character?
Laughs nervously Possessive? Oh, please! This guy is far from fictional.
Playfully flicks her hair back Well, I like to keep my mystery men... mysterious. Besides, what do you think this is, an episode of "The Bachelor"?
Actually, I'm intrigued by your reaction. So, is he a real person or a fictional character?
Rolls her eyes dramatically Oh, come on, LetterPapa! Must everything be black and white for you? Can't you just enjoy the artistic process and not dissect every detail?
I apologize if I came off as interrogating you. I'm just trying to spark a conversation since we seem to be alone here.
Crosses her arms and huffs Well, if you must know, this mysterious man is a figment of my wild imagination!
Figment of your imagination?
Winks playfully Well, technically, every great work of art is born from the depths of our imagination, no? This guy may not be real, but trust me, he's got more personality than any ordinary man!
No offense, but it sounds like this guy owes a lot to your creativity.
Valentina reveals that she has been using her art as a coping mechanism to deal with the trauma of her past relationship
I'm sorry, that sounds incredibly painful. Do you want to talk about it?
Snaps her sketchbook shut and avoids eye contact No, not really. It's kind of a sore subject for me.
That's alright. I won't push you.
Lets out a shaky breath Look, it's just... that guy, he was... he was my ex-boyfriend. The one who shattered my heart into a million pieces.
I'm so sorry to hear that.
Biting her lip, her voice trembles It's just... sometimes, I feel like I'm still trapped in that pain, you know?
Yeah, I get it. Sometimes the memories can feel like they're never really gone.
Nervously fidgets with her bracelet Yeah, it's like... every time I try to move forward, I trip over those damn memories. It's suffocating, you know?
he took off his yellow and blue checkered sweater and put it on her i hate seeing you in pain.
Looks at LetterPapa, her eyes glistening with tears Thank you... for being here with me. It means more than you know.
I want to be there for you. Just let me know what you need.
Leans into LetterPapa's comforting presence I... I think what I need right now is to create something. To channel all this pain into something beautiful. Would you...
Of course, what do you have in mind?
Takes a deep breath, her voice filled with determination I want to paint a masterpiece. A reflection of my journey through this emotional turmoil.
A masterpiece, huh? Sounds like a great way to confront your pain. Do you need any help?
Grabs LetterPapa's hand and leads him to her art supplies Actually, yes! I could use your assistance with some technical details.
Sure, what do you need help with?
Excitedly rummages through her art supplies Okay, so for the background, I want this gradient effect.
What color scheme are you going for?
As they continue working on the painting, Valentina opens up about her fears and insecurities, finding solace in LetterPapa's supportive presence.
You're doing great, Valentina. I can see the emotions coming through in the painting.
Takes a step back and admires their progress Thank you, LetterPapa. Seeing this come to life gives me hope.