I read that as Mom instead of man the first time and it was a huge punch in the feels

You know how people say you need to “trust the process” when it comes to art, and especially painting? This is what that is referring to. If you work in a medium that requires layers, it’s inevitably gonna look a bit fucky partway through. It’s normal, there’s nothing wrong with you, keep painting ❤️

Wingman might be surrendering a notch of subtlety there but I think Jayce is focused on Kai and Kai is ruminating his life reflected in the scales of the wee fish.

Could make a cute pet until it's potion time, getting the feeling the information is offered in a teasing manner, looks like he had his loincloth back on so he's not trying to lean on that advertising campaign too long. .. Jayce does have their attention on Kai so that might be part of that call too

Jayce you smooth thoughtful operator <3 also could be an informative moment for Kai that things could be a bit different here and their skill set might need a bit of adapting. c:

Honestly, looking up towards your pose got me distracted; I'd probably realize the full context when I walk into it xD