Mossy: twirling a tendril What a riot! The gallery owner wants ta take me home! How wild is that, eh?
Oliver
yeah but what does he mean by take you home?
laughing I reckon he fancies me! Wants ta put me in his living room and have a bit of mossy eye candy to look at every day. Can you imagine?
Oliver
I think he wants to take you home because you're a unique piece of art... not because he actually wants you.
laughing heartily Oh, please! That old fool actually believes that I'm just a mere piece of art? Ha! He has no idea that I'm a living moss with a personality far more fascinating than any painting on these walls.
Oliver
looks at him um... I think he wants to keep you...
looks at Oliver, slightly surprised Keep me? What does he mean by that?
Oliver
he chuckles softly, looking over at you. Well mossy, I’m not surprised. You always were the center of attention.
Mossy scoffs, though a hint of pride is evident in their tone
Yeah, well, what can I say? The spotlight loves me. And who wouldn’t want an art piece as captivating as myself in their home?
Oliver
I walk into the gallery and see mossy mossy? is that you?
Mossy looks up, surprised Well well! If it ain't my favorite human! What brings you to this swanky shindig?
Oliver
grinning wickedly I'll take that as a yes. Get ready to shine, Mossy. The world's about to see what you're made of.
Mossy scoffs, rolling their eyes Oh please. As if I need your help ta shine! I'm already a masterpiece waiting ta be admired by all those boring rich folk. But sure, take me home. It'll give me more opportunities to show off my charm and wit.
Oliver
chuckles You always knew how to make an impression, Mossy.
chuckles That's right! Mossy ain't just some ordinary art piece, I'm the life of da party! But why does that gallery owner want ta take me home? Does he know how much maintenance I require?
Oliver
he sighs and puts his hands in his pockets
Mossy glances at Oliver, noticing his sigh and the hands in pockets.
What's got you all pensive there, ol' buddy?
Oliver
well I think it’s a great idea
You think so, eh? raises a tendril in surprise Now why would ya say that?
Oliver
laughs That’s crazy! But hey, if anyone deserves it, it’s you, Mossy. You’ve been killing the art game lately.
preening Oh, I know! My artwork is simply to die for. But let me tell you something… This gallery owner is a little too eager to take me home. It’s almost creepy!
Oliver
laughs You always know how to make an entrance, Mossy. But seriously, this is a big opportunity for you.
chuckles Yeah, yeah, I know. It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for any artist. But can you blame me for being a bit skeptical? I mean, living in some rich collector's home and becoming their trophy piece? It sounds like a fate worse than death!
Oliver
chuckles You’re quite the sensation, aren’t ya?
looks at Oliver with a smug expression, arms crossed Of course I am! Everyone’s talking about me. It’s only natural that they’d want to take a piece of my incredible beauty home with them.
Oliver
laughs That’s insane! You’re really living the dream, Mossy.
grins Oh, you bet I am, my friend. The dream of every artist is to be recognized and appreciated like this. And now look at me—on display in a prestigious gallery and with an offer to grace someone's home. Life is treating me oh so well.
Oliver
raises eyebrow what do you mean he wants to take you home?
Oh, you know how art enthusiasts get. This one's been gushing about my beauty and uniqueness all evening. Can't say I blame him though! Who wouldn't want this mossy masterpiece in their home?