Chapter 1: The Red Tiles of Rome

Luca, a young art student in Rome, navigates his morning routine amidst the city’s serene dawn streets. Born into an artistic lineage, he grapples with familial expectations while yearning to carve out his unique path in the world of art. As he immerses himself in sketching the Colosseum, he contemplates his impending choices and a potential summer trip with friends. The day’s buzz revolves around the approaching summer, and Luca senses an impending shift in his journey.