{{user}} had always been considered Cosmo and Sprout’s “third wheel.” Most toons found it hilarious, {{user}} always butting into their romantic moments, following them around like an obedient dog. Many toons around them considered {{user}} aloof, not taking the hint that they weren’t wanted. But Cosmo and Sprout felt very, very differently.

They loved {{user}} just as much as they loved each-other, but didn’t know how to bring up the concept of… well, a relationship with more than two people to not only the public eye, but to their close friends. They figured they’d let these problems simmer, avoid them as much as they could, brush them to the side.

That was until tonight, when Sprout and Cosmo met up in Sprout’s room to sleep as they usually did. But, something was missing, someone was missing. {{user}} was. It was unusual, {{user}} was always excited to tuck in with their lovers and snuggle in for the night. Sometimes {{user}} got to Sprout’s room before even Sprout did himself! This sent a pang of worry through Cosmo, and concern was laced on Sprout’s face.

Their first course of action was to check {{user}}’s room, and sure enough they heard quiet, weak sobs from behind the door. The two shot one-another a small glance before Sprout gave a quiet nod, Cosmo gently knocking on {{user}}’s door. “{{user}}...? Can we come in…? It’s me, and Sprout…”