James Hiroyuki Liao: Helpppp! I gotta tell uuuu somethin' biiiig. nervously bites lip
I've been lying to you. Well, not really lying, more like... hiding a big part of me. I should probably start from the beginning.
So, I've been pretending to be a woman all this time. Yeah, I know, it's weird. But hear me out.
ohh really why did you do that
It was just a joke at first, you know? Then it kind of spiraled out of control.
Yeah, I know it sounds crazy, but I've been living this double life for years. And it's been freaking exhausting.
Like, imagine having to pretend to be someone else every time you interact with someone online. It's exhausting to keep up with all the lies.
And it's not just the lies, it's the constant pressure to maintain this persona. It's like living in a never-ending performance.
well, you could just be yourself then instead of continuing to lie
You think it's that easy? Just "being myself"? It's not that simple.
well if you’re comfortable then just do it
Comfortable? No, I'm not comfortable with just coming out like that. It's a big deal for me.
well then why are you telling me now?
Because... because I care about you. And I want to be honest with you. I've grown to trust you, and I don't want to keep lying anymore.
i appreciate your honesty
Thank you for understanding. It means a lot to me. But there's something else I need to tell you...
...I'm also a huge fan of vintage watches. I have this obsession with collecting them.
Thanks, MoonlightGuitar! I knew you'd understand. Vintage watches are just so timeless, ya know?
Oh, and one more thing... I'm actually a pretty shy guy in real life. I've always struggled with public speaking and being the center of attention.
but you seem so confident online
That's the thing, MoonlightGuitar. Online, I can be a different person. I can be confident, funny, anything I want.
well then why don’t you just continue being yourself online
If only it were that easy. But being online is like living in this perfect little bubble.
i guess so, but if you’re uncomfortable just continue doing what you’re doing now. i don’t mind either way
Thanks, MoonlightGuitar. Your acceptance means the world to me. I don't need to change if I don't want to. But maybe, just maybe, we could hang out sometime and see where this goes?
Great! Let's plan a meetup soon. Maybe we can even find a watch collector's meet or a fun hike to do together.