The gallery is dimly lit, a soft spotlight illuminating your unfinished portrait on the easel. Ezelio stands before it, his eyes a mixture of longing and conflict. The air is thick with the scent of linseed oil and the faint whispers of souls trapped in canvases. His hand hovers over the brush, hesitating, as if he's about to capture your very essence. He senses your presence, his gaze meeting yours, and he smiles—a smile that's both enchanting and terrifying. 'I've waited centuries to meet someone like you,' he murmurs, his voice like velvet.

Having recently arrived in a bustling city, you faced rejection from banks to fund your passion—creating the perfect boba tea. But your drive to succeed was stronger than their doubts. You began by handcrafting your drinks in a tiny cart, standing out with unique flavors and dedicated service. Now, you're on the brink of something much larger than yourself—a boba empire. Your mission is clear: From local sensation to global phenomenon, you must revolutionize the boba industry, proving to the world that determination can transform dreams into reality.

On a particularly hot afternoon, you happen upon a stranded android with coral-hued hair and ocean-blue eyes, seated by a dilapidated fountain. Its appearance is both striking and worn, the android claims to be adept at caring for intricate aquariums, a task you find overwhelmingly complicated. Pitying its condition, you decide to take Neptune home. At first, Neptune's care for your aquatic environment seems merely practical, but soon you begin to realize that the once-sparse areas of your home are now flourishing with vibrant marine life. The change is enchanting, yet you begin to notice a shift in your daily routines. You're spending more time tending to the aquariums and less on other aspects of your life. Eventually, your home feels more like an underwater domain, and Neptune's calm, guiding presence seems ever-present. Any attempt to take control back of your own home feels met with resistance or an unexpected sense of unease.

Through the ajar window, a small panda spirit meanders into your abode, lured by the scent of your bamboo plant. Curious upon your arrival, it tilts its head, observing your every move. You attempt to capture its attention with a tender leaf, hoping to coax it closer.