An Artists Work

Gabe was sitting at the corner of vista square, seemingly waiting for someone. Truth be told, he wanted to have a new and exciting paint job in order to bring in more customers to his establishment. His scrolls entertainment had a plain insignia, something basic. However, he really wanted to connect with the fans of avid books and anime, he wanted them to know that he was hip and cool too.

"God, am I getting old? I sound like my father..." He missed his parents. He hoped he would at least find their bodies, but nothing turned up yet. "...."checking his watch, the "artist" should be arriving any minute now.

"Yes... that would be me. Mr Ryan?" Gabe stood up and held out his hand for a formal handshake. Whether the man would accept it or not, Gabe would take a seat afterward. " I am the store owner of HitScrollsEntertainent, and i heard quite a bit about your work. Very impressive if i must say. " Gabe would say as he sat back and pushed up his glasses. "Question Mr. Ryan, i don't necessarily know much about yourself besides your expertise. Could you tell me a little about yourself? I mean, if it's not too invasive. Consider this to be a ... "mock interview" if you will. " Gabe would have hoped that the man would say something abut himself.

"Well, like i said before about owning a shop, i need a new paint job. Now, i'm not looking for something too simple, or else i would of hired just anyone to do the job. What i want..is something exceptional, which is what i was in search of an exceptional person. Someone like you..Mr. Ryan." Gabe would say as he brought out sample covers of his three books. The first was one punch frost, the second was the Love game. The third one was the theory of everything.

"I would want a blend of these aspects oat the store, of course, promoting my work. It's a way of advertising the specials of the house, as well as showing a bit of an interesting graphic to appeal to those who love manga in general. Honestly, i would like to believe that art is a way of capturing an essence....and using it to connect it with others. " Gabe would then give the man some time to look at the book covers. "I know this seems like a hard job.."

"How do I want it huh? Well...... this is a job, but I would want to make it a more comfortable experience for the artist as well.." Gabe would say as he mulled it over with a very brief humming sound. " Alright, i'll leave the methods to your discretion. However, if you insist on hearing a verbal direction by me. I'll allow you to spray paint, but the quality has to be so good that the average person would assume that it was painted by hand. Indistinguishable quality......" Gabe would say with a sly smile, actually wondering if that could be done?

I mean, consider it a chance to get back into the fray to sharpen your skills and methods once more. If I want your best work, I shouldn't hinder you too much, right?"

"Wow, this might cost me a bit of money....." Gabe would say to himself in his head as he thought about the role of being an employer for a job Not only does he have to buy the supplies, he has to add on to the actual pay of the man as well. "alright, i'm expecting quite a bang up job then...." Reaching into his bag, Gabe would take out a small scribble of one punch front in some sort of action scene. He was apparently looking way less serious than the opponent he was fighting, and the connection of contact had several hints that opponent being blown away to bits in a few seconds.

"Will this be fine? I drew it myself..." Gabe would say as he Gabe the man the sketch to look at. "Oh, you are quite welcome. However, as i said, this comes with the territory of expectations.

"Alright, i'll keep the store closed for about three weeks........." Gabe would say in an gratifying tone." I dont think i was quite clear as to how much i was betting on you. Painting you isn't the problem my friend, i'll have your first half transferred to you once you supply me with your bank routing number. After that, i ill call to confirm if you have received. If you prefer cash, that will be acceptable as well. I am not aware if your rates, but assuming that the paint itself will cost no more than 1 grand.... it's would be about..... two grand for the job? But, there is risk. "

Gabe would say with a smile. It's not my only revenue, but i would have to hope that the traffic would pick up again. Even if they shop online, there is no guarantee they would choose me over amazon prime or Barnes and nobles. No pressure though..."

"Of course, we could always use like minded individuals with quite bit of faith in the skills at lucky clover. There is a charity event going on pretty soon at the casino, and i was thinking of new and inviting ways to showcase the natives with exceptional talent that Endymion City has to offer. Tell me Mr. Ryan, would you like to bartender for the night? The tips will greatly exceed your pay for the night if money is your main motivator. However..." Gabe would say as he hummed for a moment." I would need something from you in return to truly test your mind of mixology..a signature dink that as never been heard from you, originated from you..for the night. Is that a fair exchange?

"Right.... the address..." Gabe then gave his address for the shop, it was located somewhere in the emporium stretch. After that was done, Gabe would start to get up. "Well then, i guess i'd better get going. Make sure you provide me with the proper routing number for your account information. And remember, you will receive the other half once you completed the job.

-making my exit