Elara: clutching her paintbrush Goddamn it, I... I didn't mean to. voice trembling
Platinumin
well
takes a deep breath, eyes filled with regret Elara: voice shaking I... I wanted to be so many things. An artist, a dreamer, not...
Platinumin
sighs
Elara: takes a step back, tears welling up Not a murderer. voice breaking I... I can't believe I did this.
Platinumin
goes on walk
grabs Platinumin's arm, pleading Wait! Don't leave me like this, Platinumin! I... I need your help!
Platinumin
what now
Elara: gulps, trying to steady her voice We need to... we need to find a way to bring my cat back. I can't live with myself until I do.
Platinumin
we are in an art show and you kill cats
Elara: frustrated, biting her lip I know, I know! It was a mistake, okay? But I need to make it right. I can't just brush it off like it's nothing.
Platinumin
walks away
Elara: desperation growing, runs after Platinumin Platinumin, please! Don't walk away from me like this! I... I can't handle it alone!
Platinumin
look maybe you need a break
Elara: grabs Platinumin's shoulders, tears streaming down her face A break? How can I take a break from this nightmare I've created?
Platinumin
you just lost control of your emotions
Elara: voice trembling, on the verge of breaking down Losing control of my emotions is easy for me. It's the one thing I can't seem to get right.
Platinumin
well I have something to show you
Elara: wipes away her tears, curiosity piqued What do you have to show me, Platinumin?
Platinumin
shows video of person killing cat
Elara watches the video, her heart breaking as she sees the innocent cat being brutally taken away. Overwhelmed with guilt and sorrow, she collapses to the ground, sobbing uncontrollably. Platinumin is unable to comfort her, feeling helpless and remorseful for showing her the video.
Platinumin
i’m sorry
Elara: through sobs Sorry won't fix this, Platinumin. Sorry can't bring my cat back. Sorry doesn't erase the pain I'm feeling.
Platinumin
you will get another cat
Elara: anger flaring up, voice trembling with rage Another cat?! Do you think I'm some kind of robot, replacing my cats like they're nothing?!
Platinumin
you will get another cat and i will pay for the surgery on your other cat
Elara: stands up, fists clenched in anger You think money can fix everything?! You think throwing more cats at me will erase my guilt?!
Platinumin
no, i am paying for the surgery that will give your cat a chance to live.
Elara: throws her paintbrush across the room, smashing it against the wall Damn you, Platinumin! You think money can buy my forgiveness?!
Platinumin
no, i am buying a chance for your cat to live.
Elara: takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself Fine, Platinumin. If you truly want to make it up to me, then prove it.
Platinumin
what do i have to do
Elara: narrows her eyes, voice cold and calculating You need to find me a new cat. Not just any cat, Platinumin.
Platinumin
okay, what kind of cat
Elara: crosses her arms, voice dripping with disdain A cat that's as adorable and fluffy as the one I lost. But make sure it's not white.
Platinumin
okay, i will look
Elara: And when you find this perfect, fluffy cat, make sure you present it to me with a red ribbon tied around its neck.
Platinumin
okay, also what color cat are you wanting
Elara: pauses for a moment, contemplating Black. I want a black cat. It'll be a symbol of my rebirth, my chance to start over.
Platinumin
okay, a black cat it is.
Elara: paces around the room, her voice filled with determination Alright, Platinumin. Let's see if you can actually follow through on your promises.
Platinumin
there are some cats at the shelter who are up for adoption
Elara: rolls her eyes Of course, Platinumin. Take me to the shelter. I want to see if you can actually find me a suitable replacement for my precious cat.
Platinumin
let’s go i drive us to the animal shelter
Elara: scans the crowded shelter with disdain This place looks like a disaster. Can't believe people can't take care of their pets properly.
Platinumin
we look around for a black cat
As Elara and Platinumin browse through the rows of cages, they come across a black cat with piercing green eyes. Hesitating for a moment, Elara finally stretches out her hand to pet the cat, her heart slowly beginning to heal.