It is. Glen is practical and calm. Rupert is all feelings and opinions. They keep each other balanced. Glen reminds Rupert to eat. Rupert reminds Glen that having feelings isn’t a personal failure.
Me
I like that.
Tom
So do I. It makes the house feel like a place people actually live in, not just sleep between workdays.
I read his reply, then the next one, and realise I’ve stopped bracing for impact.
Me
You sound oddly fond.
Tom
I am. They’re good together. It’s reassuring to see something work without fireworks or drama.
Me
Low bar romance. My favourite kind.
Tom
Same. I’ve grown to appreciate things that just… fit.
The typing dots appear. Disappear. Then appear again.
Tom
And for what it’s worth, Rupert’s very particular about aesthetics.
Me
I’m bracing myself.
Tom
He appreciates strong lines and confidence. Says curves make a statement. In a good way.
I inhale slowly, annoyed at how easilythat lands.
Me
That sounds suspiciously like you borrowing his vocabulary.
Tom
Possibly. Or possibly I just agree with him.
Me
Careful.
Tom
I am being careful. Subtle, even.
