The Imperfect Masterpiece
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Last published Wed, Mar 6, 2019
"That artwork is not for sale." I say indefinitely, my arms crossing over my chest.
Surprise was blatantly apparent on his chiseled face.
"I'm sorry, there must be a mistake. Because, I just bought it." He said politely.
"Yes, the mistake is, that it was on auction in the first place. But if you discuss the situation with my assistant, I'm sure we can give you a refund." I spoke, my voice raising.
"Huh..." He momentarily questioned, looking at me with eagle eyes which were met with my brown irises, just as intimidating.
"No." He said defiantly.
To say I was shocked would have been the understatement of the century.
"Excuse me?" I stepped forward threateningly.
He too stepped forward, looking at me, his blue irises fading into a purer shade of green.
His posture straightened as he spoke,
"No refund. I want that masterpiece."
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Having dealt with a sudden yet inevitable loss, Angelica Jean Smith attempts to go back to her old life of partying and art, but finds that the grief hasn't just paused her life; but changed her completely. With the help of Erika, her best friend and a VERY hot, yet unexpected art buyer, Angelica's life will be changed forever.
Whether it'll be for better or worse...
You'll just have to find out.
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"...She never looked nice.
She looked like Art.
And Art wasn't supposed to look nice;
It was supposed to make you feel something...
...and that's exactly what she did..."
Xoxo P. & J.
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