tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8991339675338164589.post2433593219913856301..comments2020-11-24T23:44:56.732-08:00Comments on the last canvas | laurent under the sun EPs: Episode 22 | The trunk and the rockAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10000213495439627694noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8991339675338164589.post-20442849953575196502014-02-10T10:56:13.030-08:002014-02-10T10:56:13.030-08:00Though their friendship might seem odd, for Armand...Though their friendship might seem odd, for Armand and Carlo not only came from very different backgrounds but were still leading very distinct lives, it is deep and truthful -- or as truthful as they are to themselves.<br><br>And after Armand's coming out, because they did not want to part from one another, they have found a new depth to their relationship -- that of love, romantic from Armand's side, and brotherly as coming from Carlo.<br><br>I don't think Armand was expecting Carlo to fall right away in his arms -- though he might have dreamed of it. And I don't hink he ever thought of making that a condition for Carlo's permanence on the Île du Blanchomme. In fact, he needs Carlo to stay behind and take good care of the island for him -- otherwise, he would have to simply abandon it to go to his mother's deathbed in France. <br><br>This temporary setup is good for both -- but let's see what's comes out of it when Armand returns from France...<br><br>thank you for reading and commenting, LKSimmer!andante zenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10000213495439627694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8991339675338164589.post-21360716994950805892014-02-10T10:32:20.132-08:002014-02-10T10:32:20.132-08:00Although it is sad that Carlo is not attracted to ...Although it is sad that Carlo is not attracted to Armand, I am happy to see that he is trying to make sure Armand knows he still loves him as a brother. I was glad too, that Armand didn't push Carlo away when Carlo told him what he felt, instead doing the exact opposite and telling him to stay. I enjoyed seeing the two of them together at their days in the Ecole, and how they became friends. :)LateKnightSimmerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07641353218072486154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8991339675338164589.post-83782205754088082612014-01-14T17:19:35.976-08:002014-01-14T17:19:35.976-08:00Carlo feels deep gratitude for Armand and all that...Carlo feels deep gratitude for Armand and all that he has received from him -- and we have seen a bit of it in this chapter, the loving friendship, the generous support and dedication, their sharings for so many years -- and now, a love declaration.<br><br>Though somewhat perplexed, Carlo feels honoured instead of being scared, and based on the strong roots for their friendship, he can easily accept and embrace his best friend, even if he cannot love him back.andante zenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10000213495439627694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8991339675338164589.post-28301647205486183612014-01-13T13:48:06.673-08:002014-01-13T13:48:06.673-08:00I suppose when you don't feel the same, you ha...I suppose when you don't feel the same, you have to do the best you can to ease the sting. Carlo is a good and considerate friend, and it was kind of him to continue the friendship, even if the love can't bloom.spladoumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06147917784408863769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8991339675338164589.post-39684929385480959512013-11-21T05:10:43.287-08:002013-11-21T05:10:43.287-08:00"Because I'd rather suffer with you aroun..."Because I'd rather suffer with you around than suffer without you, or not suffer at all, Carlo..."<br><br>Their friendship is indeed beautiful, and there has always been a brotherly love between them, though they never actually shared about that.<br><br>Now there is a new sincerity to their words and in their sharings, and they seem to be carefully exploring it... Being as tactful to each other as they can, taking turns talking and listening with their hearts -- and for now, this is how they express their love.<br><br>It's beautiful that, even if he does not reciprocate the desire Armand feels for him, still Carlo wants to assure his best friend that he is loved and accepted. That is love already, isn't it?andante zenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10000213495439627694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8991339675338164589.post-49262238980330970062013-11-19T20:19:58.379-08:002013-11-19T20:19:58.379-08:00What a rich history Carlo and Armand have had toge...What a rich history Carlo and Armand have had together, full of wonderful experiences.<br><br>Their heart-to-heart conversation was very touching. It brought tears to my eyes. You told their story beautifully.LilyParkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03558202097813699507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8991339675338164589.post-29708054558968846572013-10-13T06:28:13.727-07:002013-10-13T06:28:13.727-07:00thank you for your comments, Daijahv, they are pre...thank you for your comments, Daijahv, they are precious to me!<br><br>Carlo and Armand... it's beautiful how they've opened to one another during the years, and both lives have been enrichened... They would never have met, were it not for the love of Art they both share... I also think it was love at first sight for Armand, though he was not aware of it at the time...<br><br>With Armand's coming out, there has to be a subtle change in their relationship's harmony and balance, and they are both working on it... Armand with his expectations, Carlo with his limitations, both very carefully taking care not to burden the other, not to hurt the other... It's a new and intricate coreography of acceptance, and I think they are both good dancers :)andante zenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10000213495439627694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8991339675338164589.post-13002612045055580522013-09-16T07:21:13.093-07:002013-09-16T07:21:13.093-07:00As Carlo recounts their past it paints a picture o...As Carlo recounts their past it paints a picture of how they seem so perfectly matched. One having lived an aristocratic lifestyle and know so many different philosphies and cultural differences with the other knowing more about the little things in life. They both bring a lot to their friendship and learn so much from one another!<br><br>It was sweet the way Carlo let Armand down but I don't think it really eased the fears of Armand's rejection any less. :( very sad! That last line was very beautiful!Daijahvhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685128767947355934noreply@blogger.com