゛mindprints。
The pathway winds up towards the paved steps of the apartment entrance, cement edged cleanly along the sides and scattered cracks coils into patterns with every split. The sunlight beams through soft strands of golden as Yifan paces along. The morning is fresh, yellowing leaves crunching under his shoes as he leads himself past gardens of flora and entrances towards elevators.
The thought of notifying the other of his arrival crosses his mind as he presses the button and he steps back, patiently waiting for the escalator to descend. He frowns down with a glance at the standard sketchbook and art pouch carried tucked in his left hand, however, and figures the inconvenience with his occupied hand. Yifan breathes out a sigh followed by muffled mutters behind the warmth of his cream scarf.
He remembers reading the impending notification on his phone last night, and retracing the almost forgotten appointment with the young man. The recent lack of artistry has left him in a irked state with his thoughts constantly drifting afar and distractions ticking at his mind. His brows evidently crinkle upon the thought of empty canvases and scattered brushes. Comparable interests eases conversations and there’s coiled stress unwinds from his mind when he speaks his thoughts. Again, distractions sweep him away and soon enough, he’s matching addresses to doors with his finger finding its way to the door bell.
He hears the ring of the chimes and faint footsteps that follow a voiced reply. Yifan recognises his voice, and recalls past conversations. Their last meeting dates back to months ago and accompanied by mugs of thick coffee and ardent exchanges of ideas. They’re a good combination when they talk, and he enjoys the pleasant company of a amiable listener and acquaintance. Opinions are shared through occasional texts, and familiarity strengthened through arts and designs.
Yifan admittedly anticipates curling his fingers around his brush again. He sees complete washes of colour when he closes his eyes and his lips split into a graceful smile when the door clicks open.
