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Eileen, please stop by the church to see me in a few days.

Please.

Now is the time to surround yourselves with the love, peace, and strength that

the Lord gives to you.

So I'll see you both in a few days.

Take care of your mother, Anna.

Excuse me.

I'm sorry, I don't recognize you. Have we ever met?

I'm his dealer, Cicely.

I sold Nathan Money fine pieces through the gallery.

Hey, Mom, I'm gonna go wait in the car.

Seth, will you come across as a bright young woman? Tell me, how could

something like this happen?

I tried to help him with his troubles, but I never thought he'd take his own

life.

There is nothing to be sad about if you choose to see his freedom gained.

It's all crumbling like the Acropolis, once magnificent and proud and now

reduced to ashes.

Now, buddy, you know you are inclined to exaggeration. Listen, darling, if things

continue the way they are, we're going to have to call off the whole fucking

shebang.

I'm on my way.

darling. Look at you in your cunty little bolero jacket. You look divine.

Hello, buddy.

Entre vous, mon choli. Have a seat. Your cafe is percolating.

As are your thoughts on your art show.

The afflicted drama of it all.

Never ending.

You know how it is, Sisley.

A tortured artist loses his muse and then sets up... He'll find a new one.

A new one?

One doesn't simply find a muse, darling.

A muse presents itself to the artist.

And so far, no one's knocking on this old queen's door.

Oh, buddy.

The show must go on.

Certainly, you have enough pieces to work into a presentation.

Think of all the times this has happened before.

And it always worked because, well, you made it work.

So do that now. Make it work.

Failure is not an option.

Okay.

Activate diva mode.

So, what about you, Cicely?

Last time we talked, my child, you were feeling a bit off.

Yes, well, I'm fine for now.

Sharon.

Sharon.

Are you sure you're okay?

Maybe we should go.

We thought it was a good idea to take you out tonight, not to upset you.

Yes, but it's not just the artwork.

Art serves as the great excavator of human emotions, raising to the surface

that which is either true or in need of releasing.

All my friends brought me here tonight in hopes the art would make me feel

better, not more emotional.

What is there to feel better about?

Gabriella.

was taken from me three years ago tonight.

This artwork feels like it ended prematurely.

The art feels like it's unfinished, just as her life was.

Well, it is a pleasure to have made your acquaintance, although under such

disparaging circumstances.

I am Cicely, and you are?

Yes, Cecily, it's nice to meet you.

I'm Sharon.

My friend Gerda has attended a number of the openings here at your gallery, and

you helped her purchase some pieces that were right for her.

She was the one who suggested I come here tonight.

Well, seeing as you have a taste for fine visual works...

May I be so bold as to suggest you attend a theatrical play with me this

Friday evening?

Some of your circle may be in attendance, and it's another opportunity

for you to take your mind off of things.

Well, um... Well, I don't see why not.

It's very good, though.

So this is... was... her room.

Yes. You can go in if you want.

I'm gonna go freshen up.

She was my miracle baby.

I thought I couldn't have children.

I never married, but I dated a man for a while.

Needless to say, we weren't very careful.

I thought, what was there to protect?

Doctors deemed me infertile.

Then, by the grace of God, Gabriella came along.

She was a fun, beautiful child.

Very unique, like you seem.

She was placed in the gifted program at school. She was so far ahead of her

peers.

Gabriella was a ballerina, an artist, my world, my heart and soul.

Then one day, she just didn't come home.

Police officer came to my door, told me there was an accident.

A drunk driver collided with a school bus.

Ever since then, I'm just... Dragging my feet trying to get through the day.

Sorrowful. Depressed.

Can't seem to pull myself out of it.

Seeing the play with you tonight has been one of the rare moments of

happiness I've had in years.

Good morning.

Morning.

Did you just start working here?

No, I've been here for years. Back there, grinding coffee beans by hand

with a pestle and mortar.

Yeah, today's my first day. What can I get for you? Once I know your usual, I

won't have to ask.

Medium mocha latte, please.

Can I get a name for that?

Cicely.

Cicely, your latte's ready.

Thank you. You're welcome.

Coffee, please.

Medium roast.

Excuse me, Oliver.

Is there anything you would like to know about this piece?

Now that...

is pricier than Roscoe's Royal Red and Blue.

Trust me, I know.

Why, hello, Sisley, and yes, I would like more information on this piece, but

I feel I would like to be alone with it for a more in-depth examination.

I will let Nola know to get a hold of you regarding my inquiries.

I have not seen you in some time. How long have you been working with Oliver?

Not long.

I saw him touching you.

Are you two in a relationship?

No, Cicely.

Oliver can be a derogatory pig, okay?

He thinks he can have whatever he wants, whenever he wants it.

And his ego tries to compensate the fact that his own artistic endeavors have

failed. His marriage has failed. He has nothing.

Then why do you let him touch you that way?

Well, because I'm trying to stay employed in the art world. Right now,

working with Oliver is the only opportunity I have.

I don't want to be pouring coffee and serving biscotti with my art history

degree.

Then I will have a talk with him regarding his behavior.

Okay, Cicely.

It doesn't work that way. I mean, of course I want him to stop.

But there's nothing that can be done.

It is what it is at this point.

Should probably get this coffee back to him.

I do think we should talk.

As I feel I have a buyer for this piece.

But somebody who would not settle on market prices.

Let's step into my office.

May I see you again sometime?

Later this evening, perhaps?

My house.

10 p.m.

Oh, how'd it go?

How can you work with him? He's vulgar and selfish.

I told you.

There's nothing I can do about him.

Now, someone like you, an equal in the art world to him, would be in a better

position to do something about him.

I'm nobody to him.

He doesn't give a fuck.

So what happens now?

What's next?

Back for round two.

This late?

I was hoping I'd see you again soon.

Are you drawing?

What are you doing?

Well, yeah, drawing and writing, actually.

I have an affinity for creating martial arts-based comic characters, each with a

different skill.

One is a kata master, another knows kung fu, and they team up to fight evil.

Very creative. I like that.

It's nice to have a creative outlet.

Yes. Well, it's more than that for me. It's almost like therapy.

Hmm. I'm not sure I follow.

Well, what I mean is sometimes my thoughts get the best of me.

Recent events in my life have made me feel like I am spinning, spiraling

into a dark place.

this lifts me to a place where I feel alive again, like there's some sort of

purpose.

I am involved in the art world myself.

Really?

I am an art director at Maison de la Gallerie, and I like to make art myself

sometimes.

Looks like we have stuff in common.

Yes, well, I must excuse myself. I have to use the restroom.

Would you like to have dinner with me sometime?

Oh.

Why, yeah.

Of course.

How about Friday night, 7 p.m. at Casa de Pizza?

I'll meet you there.

Yeah, well, I... I have to go now.

Okay, I'll see you then.

I don't know, buddy.

How can I begin to process something I do not understand?

I thought I knew my purpose in life.

It was all mapped out for me.

I didn't have to worry or think about anything.

Only do and be.

Now it's all been shaken, stirred, and flipped around due to one simple

encounter.

Let me guess.

You're referring to your feelings about a man, no doubt.

Nothing in this world would let my little goddess get so flipped around.

Oh, buddy, you are the only embodied soul who knows what my spiritual mission

in life truly entails.

I have told you of my past relationships.

I used to blame it on my personality deficits.

I get you, Cicely.

You don't have to explain yourself to me, of all people.

Now, what's the big issue with this stud?

Because I know he must be fine as hell to capture your attention.

Well, yes, he is very handsome and...

A very artistically eccentric manner.

The trouble is my feelings for him are interfering with my mission.

He is one in need of absolution.

How can I carry this out while harboring feelings of wanting to be in a romantic

relationship?

This sounds sticky and complicated.

Like... every other great love story on this planet that never stopped anyone

before. These things have a way of working themselves out.

I say, go for it, darling.

I ain't never done good in a romance department.

Ladies, they want to wrangle with, you know.

I ain't no f***ing boy, Dr. Wagner.

I'm classier than that.

Why can't I find me a good woman?

Well, Daryl, have you ever considered the manner in which you approach women?

If you set clear intentions from the beginning that you're interested in a

serious relationship,

Then a serious lady will be attracted to your ability to be open, honest, and

upfront about your feelings.

Whoa.

Dr. Wagner.

Well, hello there.

I'm always pleased to see another new face.

I must be doing something.

Right here, for the group to be gaining in popularity.

Please introduce yourself.

Cicely.

It's nice to meet you.

What a beautiful name.

That's one we don't hear every day.

I'm not your typical girl.

Well, my suggestion to new members is to not force immediate disclosure of any

relationship issues.

Just speak from the heart.

Tell us what you feel most comfortable with sharing at this time.

I'm surprised to see so many men here.

Well, we men want a happy, healthy relationship just like the next female.

We just have a hard time expressing our needs or being in touch with our

feelings as do our female counterparts. But both sexes struggle with that at

times.

Everybody's different.

But that's not a bad thing.

That is very well put.

I am here for help, and I admit this is not the most natural experience for me.

But I will speak frankly and hope that yourself or another group member may

have some insights to share with me.

Well, you want to speak to the group now?

Go on.

For the first time, I am in love, I think.

At first sight.

At first touch of the hand, first gaze into those eyes.

The trouble is this man, he's, well, how do I say it? He's incompatible with my

work.

Well, you may have some crossroads, but then...

Sometimes crossroads meet at the same place.

Then again, sometimes they don't.

We can't have it all simply.

Except in that fact as a part of life.

And it's not to say that it's a cliche to

say that balance isn't important.

But on that note, why don't we take a break?

Hello.

It's so nice to see there are so many men out there looking to improve their

relationships.

It's just like, you seem like an awfully sweet girl. And yeah, I'm always trying

to improve my relationships.

I'm contacted by a wide range of people, and that can cover a different

amount of things.

I kind of consider myself a garbage man mixed up in a cotton.

People say they can get away with anything these days, and that's when

they call me to fix them.

I think I've done a lot of good works in my life.

I really think it's a calling, even though a strange one.

I hear you.

Well, if you ever need anything fixed, here's my card.

It was a pleasure speaking with you.

Leslie, this is great.

Thanks for inviting me.

I've been looking for a workout partner.

You know, someone to keep me motivated.

Yes, I am very much into fitness and yoga.

We should attend a class together sometime.

Yeah.

So, I know you mentioned about that new art series you're working on.

So, what media are you working in?

Well, it's oil paints as well as a biologically based medium.

I'd rather not reveal too many details at this point.

I hope to have my audience get it at the opening.

Mm, uh-huh. I see.

Well, I'd like to be there.

So what else is new?

My art as well as my life's purpose has always been in a... consumed me.

Now something else, someone else, is taking up space in my mind.

In my heart, really.

So I've been attending meetings where people get together and discuss

relationships. Whoa!

Oh, that's great, Cicely. But you're handling your emotions in such a healthy

way. You're a strong woman.

You motivate me to do better in the art world.

I look up to you.

And I know I haven't said it before, but I've needed a friend like you for a long

time.

Oh, we're hanging out together.

I don't know what to say, Noah.

I believe the correct response is thank you.

And a sense of humor. You are definitely my girl.

So tell me more about, what's his name?

Lucas.

Hey, Cicely. It's a beautiful day out, isn't it?

Yes, well, my associate and I, my friend.

And we're just out getting some exercise.

Hi, I'm Lucas.

Nice to meet you. I'm Nola.

Okay, well, I'm off. So don't forget to give me those details about yoga.

Okay, see ya.

So, since I happened to run into you, it's a perfect opportunity for me to

make sure you won't stand me up on Friday night.

Yeah.

Yes, you will stand me up.

No. I would never do such a thing.

I never thought you would.

I have a meeting to attend Friday, but it will finish before our date.

What's their meeting about? Anything I can help you with?

It is a group where I can discuss my feelings pertaining to relationships.

An area of my life in which I have often lacked understanding.

It seems I am gaining a deeper perspective, thanks to the counselor

there, Dr. Wagner.

I see. That's interesting.

Well, I'll let you get back to your workout.

I'm looking forward to Friday.

As am I.

Do exactly what I want to. Mix and couple tracks, get a lady that I'm drawn

to. Turn up to the max, it gets dated till I'm gone, dude. I do what I want,

couldn't stop me if you want to do. I just work hard, yeah, harder than the

rest. Some people say I'm lucky, others saying that I'm blessed. But I keep my

head down cause I create progress.

You ain't never gonna stop me cause it's my conquest.

And I'm never gonna rest, yeah.

And y'all don't know that I'm a soldier.

I always felt like I'm alone.

When everybody thinks they know ya.

And y'all don't even know I love ya.

I find it strange you are wearing sunglasses indoors.

Could you remove them, perhaps?

My eyes are sensitive to the gallery lighting.

Oliver is relentless, Cicely.

He calls late at night, drunk, requiring me to be his entertainment for the

evening. Then, the next day, I'm required to go be responsible for all of

his personal needs.

If only it was that simple.

No, I have a husband, one of which is unemployed, depends solely

on my income.

So I confided in him regarding Oliver's behavior, and this was his response.

He finds me cheap and disgusting and tainted

by Oliver's hands.

Why don't you relax with me?

Really, Cecily? Drink a bottle of wine. It's a dreary situation. It'll be a

chance for you to escape with me.

I changed my mind.

When are your pieces finally going to be ready for showing?

I've already picked out my ensemble. I hope it's still in style for the

opening. Buddy, you know you can't force great art.

Besides, my art is a visual representation of my life's purpose.

And lately, I have been questioning everything immensely.

It's that hot man thing invading your brain again.

You could say that.

Quite frankly, I'm tired of speaking of it.

Darling, have you gotten it on with Lucas yet?

I feel it's a must.

And, sweetheart, you've got to chill on all this spiritual mission stuff.

Sometimes you just need to go and have a nice, long, hard one.

very important message for you today.

So as you can see, this is a message that can increase the meaning of your

life and your relationship with God.

Excuse me, but I was just baking some cookies.

Would you like some tea?

Please.

My beliefs are aligned with the highest purpose given to us by God.

To serve our fellow man.

So, the word of God provides direction in your life.

Very much so.

God has given me a main purpose.

To serve as Savior to my brothers and sisters.

And there are many offshoots to this.

What of the Lord Christ himself as mediator?

I don't mean to be rude.

That is blasphemy.

John 14, 6. I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father

except through me.

Christ is the only way.

And you certainly are not him.

Oh, Sarah.

What are the stories of Moses, Job,

those who received direct guidance from God?

They were specific cases made to serve a purpose. How can you compare yourself to

their level?

Come.

I have something to show you.

Can you feel it, Sarah Ann?

Can you feel the soul of God in this room?

This is where communion takes place.

And I must trust the power of God I feel moving through me.

Come and kneel at the altar.

You see, I serve the same purpose as Christ himself.

I can feel your pain from your time with the church.

Some have not been so kind.

They hurt you and told you it was meant to be from God.

Follow the prophets.

I can take you to heaven if you are willing to travel through hell to get

there.

I'm sorry.

I know we have discussed things here today that are difficult for you to

understand.

But you'll get it.

Why, hello, Lucas.

How did you get my address?

Well, I'm happy to see you.

Well, I just wanted to invite you to a show this Saturday night.

One of my favorite local bands is playing, and I thought it would make for

a nice date night.

Why, yes, I would love to accompany you.

Do you have pets?

Yes.

Yes, I do, Lucas.

She's an ocelot, domestic cat with wild roots. She just gets a bit frisky at

times.

Um, okay, Sisley, I'll see you Saturday then.

You know, what the f-

Great place you have here.

Would you like a tour of the gallery?

Sure. I'd like that.

The pieces here come from all over the globe.

It takes a lot of research, travel, and negotiations to acquire pieces such as

these.

Interesting.

That says a lot about you.

Earth enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.

Merton said that.

Set peace of mind as your goal.

and organize your life around it.

Tracy said that.

Thanks for the tour, Cicely. Your work, your passion, this place,

it says a lot about you.

The main reason why I stopped by was to make sure you feel you're ready for your

big show.

I hope you will attend the showing.

Well, I wouldn't miss it for the world.

Wonderful. I'll see you then.

This is great. I knew it was a good idea for us to get to know each other better.

Yes.

Worth the time and effort, it seems.

So, I'm interested in knowing more about your art, Cicely.

Well, I don't like to speak much of my creative endeavors.

I'd rather let my art speak for me.

But if you would like to speak of your work, I am more than happy to listen.

In fact, I am quite intrigued by what I have heard thus far.

My work is an extension of what I'm feeling in my soul.

The only way I can express myself, really.

Sometimes I feel so vulnerable physically.

This is hard for me to admit, but I trust you. I don't know why,

but for some reason, I do.

I've been through some very challenging experiences through my upbringing as

well as my romantic relationships.

Growing up, neither of my parents were in the picture.

The only family I had was my grandmother, and she could not care for

a young child on a daily basis.

So she found a family from her local church, the Briggs, to take me in.

They were very poor and lived in a dilapidated house on the wrong side

of town.

Part of our Christmas tradition included a knock on the door from the local

prostitute to turn over a portion of her holiday bonus money to Mr. Briggs.

She would sit at our dinner table right between Mr.

Briggs and his wife.

Needless to say I never learned what a healthy relationship entails.

Let me just get to the point here.

No.

The honor.

Too creepy?

Hot, right?

Hot.

What the f-

I made you breakfast.

You fell asleep on the couch.

I'm going to my group therapy session before my showing this evening.

You're still attending those meetings?

Yes, why would I stop?

It's helpful for me.

Well, I just thought we were helping each other out now.

These meetings, Dr.

Wagner helps me understand our relationship.

Oh, whatever, Cicely. I just think it might be a little bit unnecessary.

It could be confusing you now.

Overanalyzing your relationship is one of the worst things you can do here. You

do have feelings for me, right?

That's all you need to know.

So how's the art show coming along?

Where is Dr.

Wagner?

Can you believe this, Sisley?

Just when I thought I had someone reliable in my life.

So you mean to tell me Dr. Wagner never arrived tonight?

Buddy and Cicely.

I came to counseling before my show tonight and my instructor is absent.

It is very strange of him to cancel without notification.

Anyway, I was hoping we could talk before my show tonight.

I'm feeling a bit anxious about such a prominent reveal and my feelings for

Lucas are part of the issue.

Please call me back so we can discuss things before I go on tonight.

I hope you will attend the opening as planned, buddy.

Goodbye.

I've had an emergency come up with my dear mother.

I'll be with you in spirit tonight.

I hope your show will be wonderful. See you soon, buddy.

I must say, I am shocked with all of this. I really think you guys have some

brains working tonight.

Yes, but I want them to get it, Lucas.

Art is such an individually interpreted experience.

Yet with this showing, it is a very personal expression of who I am.

selves reflected well i

think i get this and i finally get you too so what do you say we go back

to my place for some dinner some wine and some conversation

I think things are working out perfectly.

Yes, things have turned out quite well with you, with my show.

I must admit things felt a bit incomplete without Buddy's presence.

He never arrived at my show, and I still have not heard back from him.

that note stating he went to visit his mother here let me get

you more wine

and

dr. Wagner missed a very important meeting

Everyone seems to have vanished on me when I needed them the most.

Everyone except you.

I'm going to get a coffee. Would you like some?

Maybe I'm all you need now.

Nothing more to fear or a tear to shed ever again.

Come.

Dance with me, my love.

I have dreams I'm a fish in a stream.

Dreams where I'm shooting up speed.

I don't know if I'm happy or sad to wake up.

From those dreams where I see your face.

But nobody's seen you in a while.

I'm saying.

Boy, you can still see me smile.

Smile.

Smile. I have dreams that are busted by the clock.

Yeah, when I go to jail, I'm happy to wake up from

those dreams.