Gifters

The second vision

When the vision is over, Chloe can see Dorian Drum's smile again.

Nobody seems to realize what has happened or that for a few moments her consciousness has been blurred from reality.

Chloe remained calm, she continued to smile at Dorian despite what she had seen, letting go of her hand she signaled for them to continue their journey and said.

— Ms. Johnson, Mr. Durand, and Dorian, please continue with the tour, there are some last paintings that I would like to show you. —

Chloe tried to be as natural as possible, she knew that no one had realized that she had had a vision of her, her experience had taught him the following:

No matter how long the vision took, in the end, in the present only a second would have passed.

She decided what she would think about the vision when she had time.

— I think I've seen enough. — Julia Jonhson said rejecting Chloe's offer to continue with the tour

— For my part, I think the same. — Pascal Durand said in the same way

Chloe felt lightning strike her, how they had stayed so long, she hoped these two bags of money would drop a few bills for her.

Although she was happy about the sale made with Dorian Drum, she was disappointed not to sell something to these two.

— I understand, if it seems good to you to finish the tour here, I have no problems with it, I would like to ask Are you interested in buying any of the previous paintings? — Asked Chloe

— Unfortunately not. — Said Pascal

— Her paintings are undoubtedly beautiful, but if I'm honest I already have many canvases in my collection, for now, I'm not interested in expanding it. — Julia said

...

Taking a deep breath she told herself.

'Don't cry Chloe, you have to be optimistic, at least I didn't come back from the war without a victory!'

— I understand, thank you both very much for your time and the opportunity. I hope that for future occasions you can take me into account your options. — Chloe said respectfully

— Oh, no doubt even though I said I'm not interested in buying, the reason is that was never my reason for coming here. — Julia said

— Was it never your purpose to buy my paintings? — Asked Chloe surprised

— It is correct, I recently opened an Art Workshop in the city, it is something new and I require staff. I am looking for people who can give some seminars and workshops that have a certain level of talent. I have seen enough of your works to know that you have what I am looking for, I would love for you to be part of my group of teachers, rest assured that you will not regret it, the pay is good and you will have enough free time to deal with other personal matters like you. work and your personal life. — Julia said

Julia then took out of her wallet a check that she had previously prepared and placed it in Chloe's hands.

— This is a check that would be the advance that you would receive if you decide to accept my proposal. Regarding the final payment and other matters, we can talk more comfortably in my office tomorrow, so what do you think? Is it good enough for you? — Asked Julia

Chloe felt that she was ascended from the deepest abyss to the glorious sky when she heard her words.

Oh yeah! Money comes to me.

Looking at the advance check it was similar to the amount paid by Dorian Drum. Her eyes sparkled with excitement.

— Of course, Miss Johnson, this is more than enough, thank you very much for trusting me, I will try hard to be the best teacher. — Chloe said

— Very well, call me Julia from now on we are comrades, I will call you tomorrow to coordinate our meeting. — Julia said

— Okay Miss Julia, thank you again very much. — Chloe said

As Chloe traveled through her mental clouds of happiness, Señor Pascual also made her an offer.

— Like Miss Johnson, my main reason for coming here was not to find a painting to buy. I want to make you a personal request, my daughter is an admirer of your work, for major reasons could not attend today. She wants you to know that would love for you to visit her and make a personal portrait of her, without a doubt she will be very happy if you accept her invitation. — Said Pascal

Taking a check from his suit pocket, he offered it to Chloe.

— Keep in mind that, of course, such an act will not be free, this check is an advance if she decides to accept her work. If she decides not to do it, you can still take it as a gift from my daughter in admiration and appreciation for what you do. — Said Pascal

Chloe thought it was a habit of the rich to draw checks with large amounts, an act that seemed wonderful to her when she was the recipient of it.

Reviewing Pascal's Check the amount was greater than the previous two she had received and the best thing is that even if she did not accept this money it would be hers.

She obviously would not be as ungrateful as her to just take the money without doing anything, she also wanted to meet her benefactress and admirer.

— Thank you very much, Mr. Pascal, I am flattered by her words. Rest assured that I accept her offer, it will be my pleasure to make a portrait of her daughter. - Chloe said

— Very well, we will be waiting for you. We will contact you in the week to see us, this being all I had to tell you, I will withdraw. - Pascal said before leaving

— I'll go too, see you tomorrow Chloe. — Julia said while she smiled

— I would like to stay longer, unfortunately, I also have to go. — Dorian said somewhat sadly

— Let me walk you out please. — Chloe said reaching out to Mr. Pascal

Chloe accompanied them to the exit, while on the way she showed her gratitude again, she did not do it only for the money they had given her, she felt sincere gratitude for the support they gave her, especially the help of Mr. Pascal and his daughter.

Arriving at the door, she said goodbye to the three of them.

Watching them move away from her, her sight darkened again, and then a second vision unfurled before her eyes.

She could see Julia Johnson running past her through what appeared to be a tunnel.

There was very little lighting so she could not see the place, Julia looked pretty bad and although she was not at all better it seems that Julia had gotten the worst of it.

— Chloe is still without me, I can't run anymore. — Julia said wearily

— I can't leave you here Julia if she left you here you will be sure to die. Come on, don't give up, let's move on. —Chloe said trying to cheer her up

Chloe walked over to Julia to support her and the two continued through the tunnel together until they disappeared into the darkness.

Sometime later, where they had passed, in their pursuit a man appeared who wore a crow mask and was armed with several knives.

The vision changed, now showing Julia and Chloe that they had reached a dead end.

Stopping they looked towards the way back and then looked at each other.

— What will we do now Chloe? — Asked Julia

— We just have to fight. — Chloe said

Then everything went dark again and the vision ended.

Watching her guests leave her again, Chloe focused her gaze on Julia.

She saw her get into her car, it looked like a very expensive model, the car started from her and she moved further and further away from her until she couldn't see him.

She then looked at the sky for a while with a blank look.

— What trouble have you gotten yourself into, Chloe Chatzi. — She said while she sighed.

Seeing the three checks in her hand, she thought.

— It seems that it would have been better to remain a poor artist. Maybe she was poor before but without problems! —

Money certainly seems to be the root of all evil!