Because you're an 18 year old, mostly heterosexual boy engulfed in a culture of masculinity and also John used to be your friend and roomed with you and he never would have shut up about that.
Well. I mean. It's a scale, isn't it? Most people can edge a bit either away if they're not in between. Suppose the 21st century was a bit close minded about that. Where I'm from, it really doesn't matter. No one even asks, really.
[ His brow furrows, as he gives that some thought. Bobby's kind and open minded, but he's also young and has limited understanding of how complex sexuality can be. ]
...I guess? I've never thought about it like that before.
Being entirely serious, Robert Drake. Giving you some life lessons as your elder and vistor from the future. Embrace the parts of the spectrum you've never explored before.
I know how to have a good time. I've been "around the block" as you Americans would say. So don't smirk at me.
[She'd be jabbing a finger at him if they were in the same room. Only playfully though, of course]
[ It's not exactly weird to him. He's from a time when they were still friends, when John didn't hesitate to help him. This angry, bitter John from the future; he's the stranger to Bobby.
Well, as close to doting as he gets. Suppose it's a bit more like "not being a total pillock" for once.
[she runs her fingers through her hair. It's not like she minds him that way. In fact, she prefers it. It's all the fun he is normally plus a little bit to lean against at the end of the day.]
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There's nothing better?
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Flatterer. No wonder you've got a girl.
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[ Wait a second. ] ...Mostly?
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[WHOOPS DIDN'T MEAN TO LET THAT ONE SLIP.
NOT SO SOON ANYWAY.]
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[A pause. A little too excitedly.]
I mean, have you ever kissed another boy?
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...I guess? I've never thought about it like that before.
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Uh... no.
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Well I highly recommend it. Since you're considering it. Get a bit of variety.
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I'll keep that in mind.
[ He thinks she's joking again! ]
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I know how to have a good time. I've been "around the block" as you Americans would say. So don't smirk at me.
[She'd be jabbing a finger at him if they were in the same room. Only playfully though, of course]
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Sorry. [ Though, he does wonder what she has planned. He's a very accepting person, but he's never questioned his own feelings much. ]
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[A sigh. 21st century boys. They were just so... stuck.]
But you're just so... 21st century. But don't worry. I'll sort you out.
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[She grins devilishly for a second before pausing.]
Talked to John lately?
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It can't be, right? After all, she likes him. She wouldn't... ]
Yeah, why?
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Sort of... doting.
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[ It's not exactly weird to him. He's from a time when they were still friends, when John didn't hesitate to help him. This angry, bitter John from the future; he's the stranger to Bobby.
Still, he understands what Oswin means. ]
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Well, as close to doting as he gets. Suppose it's a bit more like "not being a total pillock" for once.
[she runs her fingers through her hair. It's not like she minds him that way. In fact, she prefers it. It's all the fun he is normally plus a little bit to lean against at the end of the day.]
Maybe it's just after effects of the grey.
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It did freak him out. [ Understandably. He can't imagine how that felt. ]
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It sounds nasty.
[Okay, it's clear she cares about him.]
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Yeah. [ A nod. ] He'll be fine. [ He gives a small, reassuring smile. ]
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I'll go check on him tomorrow. Make sure he sleeps. Sit on him if I have to.