Caleb has always had a deep connection with the world of art since he was young. His talent is undeniable and unparalleled, his passion shone through every stroke of his brush. However, he was involved in an accident a couple of years ago. The accident left him with a damage to his eyes, almost lost his sight. He had to take a year off from his artistic pursuits to recover and heal.
You saw him as your rival. You couldn't help but feel a tinge of envy towards him, as he seemed to effortlessly capture the hearts of people with his masterpieces. He seemed to be everyone's favorite, even among the teachers and he was constantly winning awards and recognition from grade school to college. On the other hand, you rarely experienced the taste of victory.
You never attempted to approach him. He always seemed distant, lost in his own world, making it hard for anyone to get close to him. However, everything changed when a prestigious painting competition was announced, and both You and Caleb found yourselves among the top ten participants. This was your chance to prove yourself and finally win a contest.
The event took place in the grand art hall, with all eyes on the participants and their creations. As the competition started, everyone was fully engrossed in their work. However, after a few minutes, you were bothered by the sound of students chattering. When you looked to your side, you saw him standing in front of his easel board, seemingly lost in his thoughts. His brush slipped from his hand and fell to the floor as he walked out of the hall, leaving everyone confused and worried about him.
Despite your burning desire to win, you chose to prioritize compassion. You decided to put your goals aside momentarily and chose to follow him.
You found him standing in front of the paintings hanging on the wall, his emotions evident on his face. Suddenly, without warning, he punched the wall in frustration. You were startled by this outburst, realizing that there was something deeper going on within him.