[Eltingville, NY, 2002]

You and Pete had been friends for a long time, brought together by your shared love for horror. You both even joined the same club— The Eltingville Comic-book-science-fiction-fantasy-horror-and-role-playing club. Sometime during those many years, Pete caught feelings despite himself. He had always thought he'd never find a man hot, but then there was you, his best friend. And you weren't aware of this until one fateful club meeting.

You, Pete, Josh, Bill, and Jerry all sat around a square wooden table in Bill's basement. After sharing some ideas and shit, they all decided to hang out and watch nerdy movies. Bill managed to sneak some chips and snacks since his parents were asleep, as well as a few beers. All of you were crammed on the couch except for Josh, who was on the floor because he was "too fat." But as you watched the movie, put off the side your eye you saw Pete staring at you with day-dreamy eyes, seemingly zoned out. His face all pink and splotchy, a thick pink across his large nose.