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Avatar: Siegbert, I see you reading that book all the time. What is it?

Siegbert: Hello, Avatar. It's a collection of paintings by one of my favorite artists.

Avatar: Oh really? May I take a look? A wheat field at harvest time... A calm ocean... You're a fan of scenery paintings, I take it?

Siegbert: I am, though I like most all paintings, really. I tend to take to looking at these paintings in particular after a long battle. They're...calming, somehow. They help me to relax.

Avatar: I think I can see why.

Siegbert: You're more than welcome to borrow the book, if you'd like.

Avatar: That'd be wonderful! Are you sure you won't miss it?

Siegbert: Not at all—I have a decent collection of others that I can look at in the meantime.

Avatar: Then I'll take you up on your kind offer. Thank you!

Siegbert: The pleasure is all mine.

Avatar: This does have me wondering, though... Do you ever paint your own paintings?

Siegbert: It's...just a hobby. Growing up, I received instruction in all of the various arts.

Avatar: Talented with a brush and a sword... You're definitely Xander's son.

Siegbert: My father did make sure that my tutors covered a wide range of subjects. I do my best to show him that I appreciate the balanced education.

Avatar: You have nothing to worry about there, Siegbert.

Siegbert: Thank you, Avatar.

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Siegbert: Hrmmm...

Avatar: Ah, Siegbert! There you are. I wanted to return the book I borrowed the other day.

Siegbert: Oh! How did you like it?

Avatar: It was lovely! Each picture was prettier than the last.

Siegbert: If you liked that one, I'm sure you'll enjoy some of the others I have. I'll bring them by sometime.

Avatar: Thank you! I'd love to see them.

Siegbert: ...

Avatar: Is something wrong, Siegbert? You seem to be a bit preoccupied.

Siegbert: Ah, I apologize. I've just found myself consumed by some things lately.

Avatar: You know that I'm always available to talk, if you need to.

Siegbert: That's very kind of you... Perhaps I could take you up on that offer? Right now?

Avatar: Certainly!

Siegbert: Do you think I am of any use here?

Avatar: What do you mean?

Siegbert: I'm worried that I am not living up to my potential, as my father's son. On second thought, forget I said anything. I won't fix anything by whining. Any time I spend worrying would be much better used working toward a solution. I'm sure that's what my father does, so I should follow his example...

Avatar: Siegbert, sometimes it's good to stop and worry for a little bit.

Siegbert: But I'm sure my father never lets his issues slow him down...

Avatar: Knowing Xander, that could very well be true, but... You are not your father, Siegbert. You don't have to be exactly like him. Why not take time to worry over things?

Siegbert: Are you sure?

Avatar: I'm positive.

Siegbert: Thank you. It's...comforting to hear someone say that. This is the first time I've ever talked about my worries with anyone. There's something about you that makes it easier, Avatar. I'm glad we met.

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Siegbert: Pardon me, Avatar. Could I have a moment of your time?

Avatar: Sure. What do you need?

Siegbert: Well... Hah, this is requiring a bit more courage than I thought...

Avatar: The way you say that makes me worry...

Siegbert: I'm sorry! I didn't mean to! *whew* All right. You just...have to promise me you won't laugh.

Avatar: Now why would I ever laugh at you, Siegbert?

Siegbert: I don't know, Avatar! I'm not used to showing weakness in front of others... I wanted to...show you this...

Avatar: A...picture? It certainly has a lot of character. Is this something you drew yourself?

Siegbert: ...Yes. But I'm a little ashamed with how it turned out. I thought though, since you enjoyed the book I shared with you... You might like to see one of my drawings, sort of inspired by it.

Avatar: This is everyone sitting around a bonfire, right? I think it's pretty charming, really.

Siegbert: Do you really?! I feel like I can't draw the way I really want to yet...

Avatar: Just looking at this picture, I can feel warm feelings bubbling up inside me.

Siegbert: You're too kind, Avatar. Thank you. Talking to you really helps, you know? I already feel like it's not such a bad thing to show my weaknesses to other people. I've been very focused on living up to my father's greatness. Knowing that I'll be king someday, I want to do everything to make Father proud.

Avatar: Siegbert...

Siegbert: But I realize, just like you said, that I don't need to be like him. Your words have really lifted my spirits. So, even though it's a very early picture... I wanted you to see what I can do. I wanted you to see me as I am.

Avatar: Thank you.

Siegbert: Avatar, I hope that I can continue to be vulnerable with you. I would really appreciate it.

Avatar: Of course. I'm here for you, Siegbert, in any way you need me.

Siegbert: Thanks.

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Avatar: Oh, hello there, Siegbert! Are you drawing?

Siegbert: What the—! Avatar?!

Avatar: I'm sorry! I didn't mean to scare you.

Siegbert: Oh, no! It's OK, you didn't scare me. At least, not too much! It's just...you either have the best or the worst possible timing. I'm not sure...

Avatar: What do you mean? Is everything all right?

Siegbert: Oh, everything's perfect! Don't mind me!

Avatar: Wait... Is that a picture of me you've got there?

Siegbert: Y-yeah, it is... I just finished it, actually.

Avatar: Awww, you drew us holding hands.

Siegbert: I was trying to decide when the best time to give it to you would be. It seems like Fate decided for me, though!

Avatar: Oh, you drew this for me?

Siegbert: Yes. Will you accept it?

Avatar: Of course!

Siegbert: I've named this drawing, too.

Avatar: You've already given it a title? What is it?

Siegbert: It's called..."Stronger Together." You know, Avatar, I actually drew this because of something I wanted to ask you. I see how much you've made me a better person, and...I want us to be together.

Avatar: What?!

Siegbert: Avatar, I want to be by your side, holding your hand just like in this picture. That's what I kept in mind as I drew this.

Avatar: Oh, Siegbert...

Siegbert: I...I love you with all my heart!

Avatar: Oh!

Siegbert: Just like in this picture, I think we can make each other stronger in real life. What do you say?

Avatar: Hmm... This picture... There's one small thing missing. Can I borrow your pencil?

Siegbert: Of course.

Avatar: I'm just going to add a little bit to this picture. Here...and here...and this...

Siegbert: Now we're...surrounded by smiling stick figures?

Avatar: I'm not great at drawing people. But I want a relationship where everyone around us is happy, too. Not just us.

Siegbert: Oh, Avatar! If that's your only concern, then consider it done!

Avatar: That's a promise now, Siegbert. I'll hold you to it!

Siegbert: Of course. I'd never break my word.

(Confession Scene)

Siegbert: I'm still full of shortcomings, but someday, I promise I'll be a man who deserves your company. I can do anything if it's for you, my love.