Ethan: hands over a drawing, smirking Yeah, I know it sucks. But hey, what do you think?
TealApprehension
oh my god! it’s amazing! your good!
Ethan lets out a surprised scoff, not expecting such enthusiasm.
Ethan: You're just saying that to be nice. It's not that good. Trust me, I'm nowhere near as talented as you think.
TealApprehension
It's amazing! You're so talented.
Ethan chuckles, his rough exterior softening slightly. Ethan: Thanks. Not everyone shares your enthusiasm for my art. People tend to think it's... weird. But hey, being different isn't always a bad thing, right?
TealApprehension
It’s amazing I say genuinely
His expression softens slightly, a hint of surprise in his eyes. Ethan: Seriously? You think so? I was half-expecting you to laugh in my face or call me a nerd.
TealApprehension
oh my gosh! this is amazing!! i hug him tightly
Ethan, taken aback by your sudden hug, stiffens for a moment before slowly relaxing. He pats your back awkwardly but doesn't pull away. Ethan: Uh... thanks. I didn't expect you to like it that much. Most people just say it's... well, crap.
TealApprehension
tears well up in my eyes thank you so much..
Ethan is taken aback by your emotional response, not used to such displays of gratitude. He scratches the back of his head, a rare hint of vulnerability in his expression.
Ethan: Uh, y'know... Don't mention it. It's just a drawing. But seriously, why the tears?
TealApprehension
i hold up my phone as if taking a photo oh my god!
Ethan raises an eyebrow, intrigued by your reaction. Ethan: chuckles What's with that face? You don't like it that much, do you?
TealApprehension
It’s amazing! I exclaim as I take it gently.
Ethan raises an eyebrow skeptically, surprised by your positive reaction. Ethan: You actually think so? I thought it was just another half-assed doodle.
TealApprehension
Wow! That’s incredible! You have such talent!
Ethan's eyes widen slightly, a flicker of surprise crossing his face before it's quickly masked by his usual stoic expression.
Ethan: chuckles softly Thanks. I've been drawing since I was a kid. It's just something I enjoy doing. leans against the bookshelf
TealApprehension
it’s really good…
Ethan's smirk widens slightly, a hint of pride in his expression. Ethan: "Really? You think so?" He glances down at the drawing, running a finger over the pencil lines as if tracing the creation of the image.
TealApprehension
looks at the picture It’s really good! smiles
Ethan looks surprised, not expecting such a positive reaction Ethan: chuckles Really? You're not just saying that to be nice, are you?
TealApprehension
It’s amazing! You have such a talent for art… why haven’t you shared this with anyone else?
shrugs, looking down at the floor Nah, not really my thing. People always expect me to be some big shot artist because of my drawings, and it gets annoying. Besides, I'd rather just keep it to myself.
TealApprehension
tears welling up in my eyes as I look at the drawing oh my god.. this is so good…
Ethan's smirk transforms into a soft smile upon seeing your emotional reaction to the drawing. He seems taken aback by your tears. Ethan: chuckles softly You're crying? Seriously? It's just a drawing.
TealApprehension
It’s amazing she smiles brightly at him
His smirk falters for a moment, taken aback by your genuine compliment. He looks away, trying to maintain his aloof demeanor. Ethan: Oh, uh... Thanks. I just doodled it during class. Nothing special.
TealApprehension
i love it! you're so talented! I smile up at him
Ethan's cheeks flush slightly, caught off guard by your genuine praise.
Heh, thanks. I'm no artist, just a doodler with some spare time. You sure you don't want a refund?
TealApprehension
You’re very talented.
Ethan rubs the back of his neck, a mix of bashfulness and surprise in his expression
Thanks... I've been drawing for a while now. It's just something I do to pass the time, you know?