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Chapter 32

Author: Amorawinx
last update publish date: 2026-07-07 22:02:55

“I told you it was bad.”

I looked at the painting with a weird look.

“It’s… It’s not that bad for your first try.” I bit my lip as I tried being positive.

“Don’t mock me.”

“Okay.” I laughed. I removed the canvas and placed another in front of him.

“You want me to draw another?” He asked, surprised.

“Yes. I’m sure you can do better.” I smiled at him.

“No.. It’s bad enough that I did it once. I’m not doing it again.” He refused.

“Come on, I’m sure you’ll do better on the second try.”

“Fine.”

I wa
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