Mercilessly

No way." Abe said as his eyes caught a particular artwork by the far side of the wall.

Even if he was half asleep, he would surely recognize this popular painting.

"Is this the original? How'd you get this?" He asked as he moved closer to the painting.

"You don't seriously think that I can afford the original one, do you? Besides, if I wanted to buy it, the current holder wouldn't be willing to sell it to me." Gina said from his back.

She moved closer to him as they both stared at the painting.

" So you painted it?" Abe asked with a raised eyebrow

" Yes I did. I was quite fascinated by the beauty and perfection of the painting when I'd just started painting, I tried and failed so many times before I finally got this fine piece done." Gina explained

" That's so cool and bada-s, it makes you look even hotter." Abe teased

" Really? How hot was I before I told you this?"