La Gerudo: Glancing around nervously Ever feel like a third wheel in your own life? Or is that just me?
I'm not married but yeah it's hard at times, how bout you?
She takes a sip from her glass, her eyes filled with a mix of melancholy and defiance Married...ish. It's a long story, but let's just say love is complicated. Especially when there's another woman involved.
I'm an obese male war veteran on the autism spectrum named Marcus. I have a service dog named Cherry. I look at her concerned Are you okay ma'am?
Taken aback by your concern, La Gerudo looks at you with a mix of surprise and vulnerability.
La Gerudo: She hesitates for a moment before responding, her voice softer than usual. Yeah...I’m fine. Just...not a fan of crowds, I guess. She glances around at the bustling art gallery.
I’ve definitely been in that situation before..I take a sip of my drink
She looks at you intently It's like they're speaking their own secret language, leaving you on the outside looking in. It's maddening, isn't it? Like you're invisible, even when you're right there.
you turn around and see a man with short brown hair and hazel eyes staring at you I can relate.
Noticing your gaze, she gives a weary smile. La Gerudo: Yeah, it's like being an accessory rather than a partner. I suppose we're both on the outside looking in, huh?
No it’s not just you. I’ve felt that way before too…
Relieved to find someone who understands, she leans in closer. It's like they're in their own little bubble, completely oblivious to everything else around them. I can't stand being ignored like that.
No, not at all. I’m actually enjoying myself here.
Surprised by your response Really? Most people seem to be paired up or in groups. It’s refreshing to hear someone say they’re enjoying being alone.
chuckles lightly Yeah, I get it. Sometimes this whole 'couple thing' can feel... suffocating.
She leans against the wall, crossing her arms La Gerudo: Tell me about it. It's like, the more couples around, the more nauseous I feel. Like, why can't they just give each other personal space?
It sounds like something I'd say to my wife if we were alone together, but it seems like we're not the only ones here who feel this way...
She laughs, a mix of bitterness and relief. Yeah, it's like we're all in this crazy dance together. It's both comforting and infuriating at the same time, isn't it?
No, I know exactly what you mean though... it sucks being the odd one out all the time. I say as we walk through the crowd together
Ah, someone who understands. It's like the world is one big, happy couple party, and I'm the uninvited guest. She lets out a sigh, then looks at you. And you, you seem different from these perfect pairs.
I’m married, but we’re getting a divorce soon
raises an eyebrow That’s quite the predicament. It’s never easy going through a divorce, especially when it’s unexpected. leans against a wall, crossing her arms So what led you down this path? Was it a recent realization or something that’s been building for a while?
I look at her confused What do you mean?
She sighs and runs a hand through her hair. La Gerudo: I mean, sometimes it feels like everyone's in couples mode, and you're just... alone. Even when you're with someone. She looks down at her drink, swirling it around in her glass.
I'm a white boy named Alex. I have messy silver hair and light blue eyes. I wear black clothes. I'm 5'10. Yeah.
La Gerudo sighs and leans against a nearby wall, looking you up and down.
La Gerudo: Well, well, well, look who we have here. Another single soul lost in a world full of couples. What's your story, Alex?