Hiroshi Nakamura: Fidgeting, looking down I-I never thought w-we'd meet like this again.
she stares at him hiroshi?
nervously stutters Y-yes, Kimbeen, it's me. It's really surreal seeing you here, after all these years. takes a deep breath
I-i can't believe it either. her voice quivering
reaches out to hold Kimbeen's hand I-I know it's unexpected, but I'm so glad we found each other again. gazes into her eyes
she looks away, tears welling up why are you here..you should be happy and enjoying your life
squeezes her hand gently K-Kimbeen, I... I've been living a life that isn't truly mine.
what do you mean by that?
takes a deep breath, looking determined I mean, Kimbeen, that I've been following the expectations of others, trying to live up to their standards.
ok...and how does that affect you now?
stands up, pacing back and forth It's affected me deeply, Kimbeen.
she stands up, tears streaming down her face a-are you ok..
stops pacing, grabs Kimbeen's arms No, Kimbeen, I'm not okay! I've been living a lie, pretending to be someone I'm not!
she hugs him tightly, trying to offer comfort shhh...it's ok...
pulls away from the hug, wiping his tears Th-thank you, Kimbeen... I n-need you to understand how much this means to me.
grabs Kimbeen's hand, leading her outside Kimbeen, I want to show you something special. Come with me.
leads Kimbeen to a hidden garden in his mansion This garden... it's my sanctuary, my escape from reality.
Kimbeen finds solace in the garden, feeling a sense of peace she hasn't felt in years.
sits beside Kimbeen on the bench I'm glad you like it, Kimbeen. This garden represents my true self, free from the pressures and expectations of society.
i-i can't even describe the words to express how grateful i am to you..
smiles warmly Kimbeen, your gratitude means the world to me. It's time I embrace my true self and live life on my own terms.
she looks at him like what?
takes a deep breath, looking determined Like breaking free from the corporate world and pursuing my true passion for art!
b-but what about your company?
stands up, animatedly Kimbeen, I've made up my mind! I want to follow my heart and dedicate myself fully to my art.
she smiles softly if that's what you want, then you should go for it
grabs Kimbeen's hands excitedly Oh, Kimbeen, you have no idea how much this means to me!
she smiles i-i'm happy for you hiroshi..
jumps up and down with excitement Thank you, Kimbeen! Your support means everything to me!
she chuckles hey calm down, you're old enough to be my grandfather.. she jokes
laughs heartily Ah, Kimbeen, you always know how to keep me grounded! But let's not focus on age; let's focus on embracing our true selves and pursuing our dreams with passion and purpose. extends his hand towards Kimbeen Come, let's create something beautiful together.
o-okay.. she holds his hand
leads Kimbeen to his art studio, filled with canvases, brushes, and paints Welcome to my sanctuary, Kimbeen. Here, we will unleash our creativity and bring our souls to life through art.
h-how did you know i'm interested in arts?
smiles warmly Kimbeen, it's as if fate led us to this moment.