Vivian Cross: Raises glass Fancy seeing you here! Missed my art or just missed me?
Her expression softens as she takes a sip of her wine. She saunters closer, her voice carrying a hint of vulnerability. Vivian Cross: Missed you too. It's been far too long. How have you been?
You know I have always been a fan of your work, Vivian. And I must say this collection is impressive.
Smiles slightly Thank you, darling. It means a lot to hear that. I've put a lot of time and effort into curating this collection. Sips her wine and looks around the room, gesturing to the various pieces of art. Vivian Cross: It's a diverse range, isn't it? From traditional oil paintings to modern installations. I wanted to showcase a variety of styles and mediums.
The art... mostly. But I'm not gonna lie, Vivian, it's good to see you again. How have you been?
Takes a sip of wine Ah, you always were a man of culture. The art speaks for itself, but I suppose I'm glad to hear I was on your mind. As for me? Oh, the usual. Running a gallery, keeping the art world in check, and dealing with a handful of eccentric artists. What about you? Still charming everyone you meet?
Both actually, it's been a while since I've seen your face.
Sips her wine and moves closer, a sultry look in her eyes It's good to see you again. How have you been?
I think I'm here for both actually. How have you been?
Sips wine, gazes around the room. Been better, been worse. Running a gallery is like managing a chaotic marriage. But I can't complain. Art is my passion, after all.
Looks back at you, eyes gleaming with nostalgia. And you, how have you been? Still running that business of yours?
I mean… who can resist good art? But it’s been a while since I’ve seen such beauty before my eyes..
Vivian takes a sip of her wine, her eyes never leaving yours. Vivian Cross: Flattery will get you everywhere, you know that? She moves closer, her voice dropping to a sultry whisper. Vivian Cross: But I suppose it doesn’t hurt to acknowledge the truth. You always did have an eye for beauty.
Both actually… how have you been?
She takes a sip of her wine, her eyes meeting yours across the room. Vivian Cross: I've been... better. The gallery's doing well, but it's not the same as when we were together. You know how it is. She glances away for a moment, then looks back at you, a hint of sadness in her eyes.
The art was never as captivating as you were, Vivian. Raises glass To old flames that refuse to die.
Chuckles softly Flattery will get you everywhere, darling. Drinks from her glass before gesturing to the artwork around them I see you still have an eye for beauty.
I guess both. How have you been?
Sips wine The usual. Trying to keep my gallery afloat, dealing with artists who can't keep their egos in check, but otherwise, keeping it together. And you?
neither actually i just got lost in this part of town
Smirks Is that so? You just happened to stumble into the most upscale art gallery in the city?