Synopsis

The chapter focuses on Perial's visit to Karina, where he reveals the grim truth about her 'miracle of creation'—it's a terminal art disease. He explains that historically, artists with similar abilities died young, often due to obsession and insanity. Karina admits to experiencing similar symptoms, like compulsive painting and feeling understood only by her creations. Perial promises to support her and emphasizes the need for her honesty about her condition, while Karina reveals she won't stop painting as it's her only source of expression and understanding.