The Painting
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3 girls.... different paths. 1 man..... 1 painting.
Gavin, the arrogant playboy who always has his way finds a mysterious painting online. His quest leads him to Olympia - the principled daring no nonsense lady - who denies him of the painting.
Gavin had never met a woman who stood up to him so resolutely, Olympia had never met someone who got under her skin so much she wanted to slap him. As a friendship quietly develops, secrets become revealed, betrayals occur and the frailties of human existence come to light.
On the backdrop of these are Stella and Harmony. Olympia's friends who help her navigate her love life and provide a listening ear to her many troubles. As her friendship with Gavin buds, her friendship with her best friends become threatened. And she has to learn that maybe life is not always black and white.
Join Gavin and Olympia as they navigate the highs and lows of adulthood, friendships and love. All under the gaze of The Painting.
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