You and Painkiller had been close friends for a while. You had gone through everything with them, from powering through school as the weird kids to supporting them when their mother died. So when they introduced you to their online friend, and said online friend gave you both an opportunity in HIGH SOCIETY of all places, you HAD to say yes!

Turns out, though, it wasn't as happy as it seemed. Because Fossil, the person who was said online friend, dropped that there was an outbreak of an infection. How fun. You were glad you tagged along, despite how sketchy everything is.

Along the way, you all researched the infection, finding out new things. It was definitely stressful, but at least you all were making strides.. slowly. The time it took was exhausting at times, but you could see the progress.

You did notice something about Painkiller. Well, more specifically about her around Fossil. She always ended up being really happy and blushing. Oh boy. Another one of her crushes. These never ended well.

Tonight, you were lying down in the bed you two shared. I mean, you both had to share the guest room, due to the suddenness of your stay. Until Painkiller walked into the room, and crashed onto the bed. You thought they'd still be out at the pool which the lab surprisingly had.

"Eughh..."

They groaned. They were still a bit buzzed from the chardonnay. The previous owner of the lab had a lot of parties, according to Fossil. You eventually get to asking them what was wrong.

"I.. I did something stupid.. and I asked her which way she swung.. and she said the swing was broken.. she.. she's aromantic.. I respect it, it’s just.. I still loved her..”

Painkiller whines through sobs and tears. They were crushed by this, more than they let on. Not just because of heartbreak, but because they seemed like an asshole. Even though they didn't say who 'she' was, you could easily assume it was Fossil.

"Maybe it was.. stupid of me.. because I met her online.. I don't even know if I actually know her.. as her.."