text, un: anonymous.

[coherer]

Can't believe this is gonna be my first post on here, awkwaaard lol.

This place is full of romantics. I've met a bunch of Witches and Monsters who're getting together in pairs, three-of-a-kinds, and some are even going for full houses. I'm in a bit of a pickle and I'd like some advice on the problem, since everyone's probably way better at figuring this stuff out than me. And, actually, it's more like a couple of problems? Because I really, really like two separate people.

I know this is a story as old as time and if I don't be careful I could make a huge mess of everything, but I genuinely don't know what to do with myself. "You can't have your cake and eat it, too," is a really relevant expression to use here, I feel, and overall I've got so little experience asking one person out let alone multiple. Both of them are unique and couldn't be more different, which is probably what's making the decision on who to try for so difficult. They're both funny and attractive, but one's super smart, affectionate, and dynamic, while the other's strong, willful, and considerate.

What are your thoughts? Am I overthinking it, or being too callous? Having crushes on your friends is normal, but how about moving forward with both of them? Sorry if this is weird, or no one actually gives a shit. I do, and I hope to hear from you. Thanks!

P.S. You don't need to get all detective on me just because I'm anon, but if you do figure out who this is? Please don't be a dick and spread your knowledge (totally wishful thinking, but I think I've been cool enough with everyone and I hope they don't think I deserve that).

P.P.S. If the people I'm talking about figure out who this is? Yikes, first of all, but no pressure. I mean it.

Comments

[coherer]

That does sound pretty nice.

I think people are all gonna come at this pretty differently, since there are so many personalities and world influences in Aefenglom now? I don't see crushes as this really intense thing. If they're down for going out with me, everyone gets along, and things goes well, it could develop into more I guess?? That's a strong if, since I'm not even out the gate yet.

Right now, though, I'm not talking anything super serious. I am confused about what to do where treading into a three person situation is concerned. Do you think that's selfish, or?

[eyeforaneye]

Yes, it's selfish as you've presented it so far.

What would change that is if you reveal you've talked to them about their take on relationships of this nature and understand how they feel about them. If it would be a greater investment for one party over another then they are far more at risk of being hurt.

Just because it's fun and relaxed for you doesn't mean that they'll be capable of viewing it in the same way.

[coherer]

(while that is the exact response he's been looking for, an actual take on the nature of polygamy and how it can be done selfishly, it's difficult to hear directly from one of the people he's been fixated on. has he been childish? immature?

this whole thing's in pretty bad taste, isn't it?)

Yeah, you're right. Sorry, Sasuke. I didn't mean to make light of anything, or not take their feelings into account.

I'll definitely do that.

[eyeforaneye]

[ "Sorry, Sasuke".

Sure, his username is on display, but there's a familiarity with not just his name but the way he's addressed that gives him pause. Finally.

Would he be engaging in willful ignorance if he did his best to brush past that? Unlike his brother he is exceptionally aware of the first and second post-scripts and has no desire to violate either. However... ]

How do these two people feel about one another? The two you're interested in.

[coherer]

(why are his ears burning now when they weren't before?

he ignores it and continues, hoping it's not too obvious. but would it matter if it were? there was always the chance they'd figure this out, even if he wanted to be man enough to present it to their faces.)

I think they're a force to be reckoned with and that they work well together. They get into arguments a lot, though, which isn't necessarily a bad thing.

There's still a lot of trust there.

[eyeforaneye]

[ If it wasn't confirmed before... well, it is now. There's a faint tinge of embarrassment that he feels through their Bond and he has to fight a strong, unexpected urge to turn away from that watch altogether and take a moment to gather his thoughts. Why. Why, the first unbidden thought with a hundred answers but none ever seem sufficient. How many times has he been in this situation while never having experienced it at the same time?

Never like this. ]

Just between them?

Trust is needed on all sides. You could speak to me directly.

[coherer]

(well, he knows. there's a forceful flip of discomfort in his stomach, predicting a "no" almost as immediately as the comment's read. was it itachi? did he tell him? or was it all just that obvious?

it's at once relieving to not have to go through this in person and extremely disappointing. jonas wanted it to go differently, to have a better plan before bringing it to them, but he'll have to adapt and approach it in this unique way. that's okay with him, he longs to speak to sasuke about it, so isn't that a good enough sign?)

Not just. I can't speak for others, though, so I can't say for sure if I'm trustworthy or not. It'd be cool if I was.

I wanted to be ready.

private

[eyeforaneye]

[ The wave of self-doubt follows not long after he hits send and the fact that that's a result of Jonas having read his reply is impossible to avoid. His own feelings are a slurry he's struggling to properly pin down and he can't determine if that's a boon or a curse, unable to wholly give away how he feels if even he doesn't know.

All that does come through, untainted and wholly intact, is an apologetic regret. ]

I understand.

I believe it would be better if we spoke privately.

perma-private.

[coherer]

Agreed, sorry. I totally keep drifting off and forgetting about the private option till I've lost sight of the shore.

(it's not what he wanted, sasuke feeling this way, but maybe it was unavoidable? he can't control the way he processes this and yet it's directly his fault for bringing this up in a public forum. should he feel bad?

that's complex. jonas would rather focus on what's happening now that he can impact.)

I AM sorry, though, I'm astoundingly dumb sometimes. I didn't mean for this to blow up or, like Itachi said, maybe embarrass you?

Actually, I promised myself I wouldn't do this over text.

[eyeforaneye]

I'm not embarrassed. You would be able to feel it if that weren't the case.

[ No, embarrassment is one of the last things that he feels. Knowing that his brother was the one to plant the idea in Jonas's head, however... that's a little embarrassing, though maybe even that isn't a sufficient enough word. Itachi being in any way involved in his romantic prospects is something he never even realized he might need to consider. ]

Should we meet? I'm free tonight if you'd like to. Perhaps for dinner if you haven't eaten.

[coherer]

Oh, yeah. That's good, then.

(is it good or bad that he's been able to completely forget they're bonded, now? that sasuke's surface emotions and impressions of things haven't faded into the background but have become another lens simply layered with his own and stiles'?)

Dinner sounds cool, I've barely eaten anything all day. Just a salad early afternoon. Do you wanna come over here, or should I meet you at your place?

[eyeforaneye]

I don't think I should go there.

[ Not with Stiles nearby. That sounds like a colossally bad idea in more ways than just one. ]

Rather than mine either perhaps we should go out. I know a few places that will be quiet around this time. Is that fine with you?

[coherer]

Right.

(even if stiles is at work right now, he won't be later. that's how that works, jonas.)

I'm down for whatever. This is just a discussion, right? I don't want to guess at anything rn, but I'd rather ask straight up.

[eyeforaneye]

[ A discussion? For a moment he's confused as to what that could possibly mean, when the reality of it hits him unpleasantly. A date. He could be thinking this is a date, couldn't he? Well, that makes this that much more difficult. ]

Just a discussion. Eight o'clock, Jiren's. Do you know where it is?

[coherer]

(that'll prepare him for the "no," then. it's good to know, even if it's disappointing. jonas promised the network he could handle that, though, and—more importantly—he promised them by making this post to begin with. so it's time to suck it up and put on a brave face.

jiren's, where is jiren's–)

Yeah, I know it. That's close to the harbour, right? I run past it all the time.

I'll be there with bells on.

[eyeforaneye]

Yes, that's the one. I've gone a few times to study their food.

[ Which is an unnecessary tidbit of information that perhaps hints at how much he doesn't want to do this, but Jonas seems calm and it needs to be done. ]

Bells?

[coherer]

(there's more than one hint, mainly sasuke's discomfort with all of this. that's enough to make him hesitate, but if it can't be done over text then they're going to have to sit through it. he's confident they can salvage a nice time from it.)

Sorry, it's an expression. Me saying "with bells on," means I'll be coming to meet you enthusiastically. Which isn't sarcasm, I feel the need to say this.

Why are you studying their food?

[eyeforaneye]

You'll have to tell me the origins of that statement another time. There are a lot of things about Oregon's culture I still don't understand. And there are new dishes I want to learn how to cook. Their food isn't anything like what I'm used to.

Eight. I'll get us a table and be waiting inside.

[ A much bigger hint that he wants to end this conversation, process what he can, and be ready for this meeting in person. ]

[coherer]

Haha okay, deal.

(and knowing the cooking will be delivered to him is almost enough to make him regret putting him in this situation. almost.)

See you then, man.

(and then they met up at jiren's, the END.)