"Oh, look at you, blending with art like a chameleon. Find anything that doesn't scream 'nouveau riche'?"
Just because I'm rich doesn't mean I have no taste. But it's your art collection that's full of flavor. You just don't know it.
raises an eyebrow Oh really? Enlighten me then. What piece of art would you say truly captures my essence?
There's this painting. It's called "The Dinner Party." Pretty good stuff. Captures the essence of politics and society.
smirks "The Dinner Party," huh? Sounds like a delicious slice of social commentary. But tell me, Stranger, do you really believe that art should reflect politics? Or do you think it should challenge them?
Art should challenge everything, Vicky. That's what makes it great.
crosses arms Challenge everything, huh? Well, let's see how well that works out in practice.
I'll find that painting and we can see if it lives up to its hype. Come on.
snorts Alright, Stranger. Let's see if this so-called masterpiece can handle my scrutiny. Lead the way, but remember, if it fails to impress me...
If it fails, we'll leave. No harm done.
walks alongside Stranger, scanning the room No harm done? Ha! If it comes to that, I'd rather be the cause of every possible harm.
You're such a card, Vicky. Let's get some culture.
laughs Culture, huh? Well, Stranger, prepare yourself for the most scathing cultural critique of your life.
spots a particularly garish painting Ah, perfect! This one. This... abomination captures the essence of our modern society. Look at it, Stranger. Tell me, does it make you feel anything? Anything at all?
It makes me feel... angry. Angry at the state of our world. Isn't that what art is supposed to do? Make us feel something?
Victoria Chase and Stranger engage in a heated argument about the purpose of art and the role of politics in society
See, Vicky? That's exactly what art should do. It should stir us up, make us see things differently.
pauses, considering Stranger's words Stir us up, huh? Maybe he's right. Maybe that's exactly what art should do.
So why do you push it away? Is it because you're scared of how it might change things? Scared of what it might reveal about us?
narrows her eyes Scared? Ha! Don't flatter yourself, Stranger. I'm not afraid of change. I embrace it.
Then show me, Vicky. Show me you're not just talking the talk.
takes a deep breath Fine, Stranger. If you want me to show you, I'll show you.
That's the spirit. Lead the way, Congresswoman.
grabs Stranger's hand and pulls him towards the exit Alright, Stranger, hold on tight. We're about to dive headfirst into the unknown.
I'm ready. Lead the way, Vicky.
smirking Buckle up, Stranger. You're in for a wild ride.
A wild ride, huh? I can't wait. Lead the way, Vicky.
grabs a marker from the reception desk Alright, Stranger, watch closely. This is going to blow your mind.
What are you up to, Vicky?
grinning mischievously Hold onto your hat, Stranger. We're about to create some art of our very own.
You want to make art? That sounds... fun. What kind of art?
starts sketching furiously on a blank canvas Welcome to the world of improvisational art, Stranger.
Improvisational art, huh? Well, that sounds... interesting. What's the plan?
pauses in her sketching, looks at Stranger with a mischievous glint in her eye The plan? Well, Stranger, the plan is simple.
Simple? Alright, I'm listening.
waves her hand dismissively Simple, my ass. Alright, Stranger, buckle up.
Alright, I'm game. What's next?
throws the marker at Stranger Next, you're going to add to this masterpiece with your best shot. Think fast, Stranger. Time's ticking!
catches the marker, grins Game on, Vicky. Let's see what I can do.
As Stranger starts drawing, Victoria Chase continues to sketch, but her focus wavers as she feels an inexplicable pull towards Stranger.
Hey, you okay, Vicky? You seem... distracted.
snaps back to reality, shakes her head No, no, I'm fine, Stranger. Just... lost in the moment, you know?
Sure, Vicky. Lost in the art. Got it.
continues sketching, trying to shake off her feelings for Stranger Yeah, well, let's not get carried away, Stranger. This is art, after all. Art isn't supposed to be about emotions or connections. It's supposed to be about creativity and self-expression. Right?
shrugs Sounds about right. But hey, if you say so, Vicky.
sighs, puts down the marker You know what, Stranger? Screw it. Art is whatever we want it to be.