“ARE YOU all ready my dear?” Mr Huston walked to where Clarissa was looking through the list of artworks and making sure everything was in place for the showcase that evening and asked her lightly.
Clarissa looked up at the elderly man and grinned. “I still can't believe that this is really happening. I am very grateful for this, Mr Huston. Thank you very much.”
“Yes, well you have done a lot more for me than you can imagine.” Mr Huston turned to the large portrait that Clarissa had painted for him and smiled warmly. “You have saved my soul from grieving for my son and every time I look at that painting, I have hope that he is happy wherever he is.”
Clarissa smiled softly. “I'm glad you accepted it to be on the showcase tonight. I know how much it means to you.”
Mr Huston waved his han
