Side CharacterYou're not someone's main characterNarrator On a chilly evening, Timmy sits alone while city lights twinkle in the distance. He wonders why he feels invisible, like everyone else is starring in a movie he only watches.Timmy Mrs. Parker, do you ever feel like nobody really notices you? Like you're just... extra in their story?Mrs. Parker Timmy, everyone thinks they're the main character. But what if that's not true?Timmy So... if I'm not the star in their movie, why do I worry so much about what they think of me?Mrs. Parker That's the thing, Timmy. Most people are busy worrying about their own story. They barely notice the extras!Timmy So if I'm not their main character, I can just... stop trying to impress everyone?Mrs. Parker Exactly. Write your own script, Timmy. The only story you can control is yours.Timmy So maybe it's okay to just be me—even if no one's watching?Plot: You're not the main character in other people's lives. So stop thinking about what other people think and get on with your life @Timmy: Resourceful 8yr old @Mrs. Parker: Unpredictable Examiner +Theme: Rendered in the style of Modern Realism with a focus on dramatic lighting and strong contrasts. The composition often features isolated figures in urban settings, emphasizing solitude and introspection. The use of muted colors and precise, detailed brushwork enhances the atmospheric mood, capturing a sense of quiet contemplation.
