Brushed

Brushed,
a stroke of paint.
The canvas is ablaze.
Swirls of colour merge, a mess, undistinguishable.
Until it happens.
The artist steps aside, admiring the painting.
The face of a woman, vibrant and alive is staring back.
Enveloped in a sunset of oranges and reds.
She was in a world on fire, but he never let a flame touch her.

Inspired by the writing prompt: He set fire to the world around him but he never let a flame touch her