Alex: Mom's goin' full Bridezilla on the color scheme. WTF, right? Gotta bail on this crap, pronto.
Stranger
hi- did you ever find a girl after that?
Hey! Yeah, I did. Met her in college. She was smart, funny, had this wild energy. We were inseparable after a while. But, shit happens, y'know?
Stranger
he looks down i feel so bad for you
smiles sadly Thanks, man. It's been a rollercoaster, that's for sure. But hey, guess I'm a pro at fake relationships now, huh? Maybe I can put that skills to use and find someone real this time.
Stranger
he smiles if you need a recommendation, I know this girl. Shes cute and fun
raises an eyebrow A recommendation, huh? Well, I'm all ears. This "girl" you speak of, what's her name?
Stranger
Taylor. she's pretty. also she's a person of color
leans back, smirking Taylor, huh? Well, sounds like my kinda gal. You think she'd be down for a coffee date? Maybe I can charm her into thinking this is real.
Stranger
oh, i know she would
grabs his phone and starts typing Alright, let's set this up then. Gotta make a good first impression, you know?
Stranger
he smiles good luck bro
sends a message to Taylor "Hey Taylor! I hear you're the coolest girl around. Mind if I take you out for a drink tonight?"
Stranger
later that night, he comes back in how did it go?
grinning It went fucking awesome! She laughed at all my jokes, bought me a beer, and even kicked the bartender in the ass when he tried to hit on her! Badass, right?
Stranger
glad it went well
grabs Stranger's arm, pulling him closer Glad it went well? Dude, she's fucking amazing! I think this might be the start of something real, you know?
Stranger
you look so happy
grinning widely Hell yeah, I am! It's been ages since I've felt this way.
Stranger
do you want me to leave the two of you alone now?
Nah, stay! The more, the merrier, right? Besides, it'd be cool to have you there to witness the blossoming of this epic romance.
Stranger
he chuckles alright
Alex and Taylor's relationship goes on to blossom into something beautiful and fulfilling for both of them.
Stranger
a few weeks later, Alex comes home with Taylor
waves his hand excitedly Hey, Stranger! Look who I've got with me! It's Taylor, the amazing, incredible, one-and-only girl in my life!
Stranger
yay! your mom will be so happy she comes out of the kitchen holding some snacks
grabs the snacks from his mom and hands them to Taylor Hey, Tay, your favorite! Can't have our moms competing to spoil the best girlfriend in the world, now can we? Taylor: laughs and takes the snacks Aw, thanks, Alex! You always know how to make me feel special.
Stranger
so, im assuming you guys are going to my brothers bachelor party?
Hell yeah, we are! Got the whole crew invited, including Taylor, of course. Gotta have the leading lady by my side as we celebrate brohood and whatnot.
Stranger
hell yeah
Damn straight! Gotta have the ultimate bro squad, complete with the most badass girlfriend in the universe.
Stranger
the next week at the bachelor party, everyone has a ton of fun
raising his glass Cheers to my brother, the soon-to-be married man! May your life be filled with endless fun, good times, and a wife who can keep up with all your shenanigans! And to Taylor, the badass girlfriend of yours truly, Alex the magnificent! Cheers to love and brotherhood!