Chapter 57: Maria, The Bait

"Aren't you signing up?" Sophie widened her gaze at the red-haired beauty. Maria shook her head as she stepped over a protruding root. Sophie couldn't let it go. "Why not? It's an amazing opportunity!" They were moving onto the next class, so the two girls could have a little chat. With Maria's hectic schedule, there was no other time to do so. Ignoring Maria's silence, the best friend said, "I see you paint a lot. You must be passionate about art. If you are, then this is something you wouldn't let go of. Isn't it every artist's dream to have her own exhibition?" "Well… You are right about that. 'Every artist's dream,' I mean." "So, go for it, Maria!" Sophie beamed up at the redhead. Maria smiled back. "I'll think about it. I promise." They arrived at the lecture hall and entered. As the lecture started, Maria couldn't help but wonder about Sophie's remarks. Was she passionate about art? Sarkon was the reason she started