Yeah, that's kind of what happened, just without the societal stigma of divorce. Instead there was just shame.
Most people think they can force happiness by staying together. Or it's what they deserve. [Personal experience talking.] But whatever. Books are more satisfying.
The question is, the books you might be interested in, do you want those that are realistic about love or do you want the ideal? I like both. Maybe I should show you some movies while I'm at it.
So I'm guessing the network is trying to hook up strangers again by misfires?
I don't mind either. And I'm still new to movies, considering the time I come from, so please be gentle. Would you mind if I brought my submissive with me to these?
I suppose that might be the case. I've certainly spoken to quite a few people, but no one that I've made any... sexual encounters to speak of.
We enjoy doing things together, but she is also an avid reader. She has been here for a while and I am still getting used to Duplicity and all of its... intricacies.
If it makes you uncomfortable, you are welcome to come to our apartment in the Up and to bring your own partner.
And most have, in my case. I suppose I've been lucky in that regard.
Ah, yes, she and I come from the same time and place. Perhaps you know her? Ella? She works at the hospital in the Down and runs Love at First Step, the dance studio?
It isn't a bad thing that you are not like your friend or Ella. Relationships are stronger if there's enough differences to balance out the similarities.
I don't see why not. There is nothing taboo with a man befriending a woman that he is not entangled with, is there?
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My dad fell in love with someone else. It happens.
Printing press? When are you from?
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And even then, I've heard stories of couples being encouraged to stay together.
When you ask. I am from 1605 AD. I hope that helps you.
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Most people think they can force happiness by staying together. Or it's what they deserve. [Personal experience talking.] But whatever. Books are more satisfying.
Yeah that's pretty far away from the classics.
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But my parents had a good marriage, with the love and respect of two people who take their vows seriously. I am blessed to have that as an example.
I suppose it is the type of marriage that would be in your books, Miss.
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So I'm guessing the network is trying to hook up strangers again by misfires?
Any luck?
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I suppose that might be the case. I've certainly spoken to quite a few people, but no one that I've made any... sexual encounters to speak of.
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Right. I'm sure they've behaved themselves in sex city.
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If it makes you uncomfortable, you are welcome to come to our apartment in the Up and to bring your own partner.
And most have, in my case. I suppose I've been lucky in that regard.
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I'm guessing you're serious with your submissive?
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[Female friends are not always a big thing for her.]
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I just run in different circles than she does.
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I have not made a lot of friends since my arrival, so I would like to remedy that.
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Are you looking for me to be your friend?
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I don't see why not. There is nothing taboo with a man befriending a woman that he is not entangled with, is there?
Unless you wish not to be friends.
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I'm just not used to being directly asked. I mean not since 1st grade, at least.
You might not want me for a friend. You might find out that I'm a pain.
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I'm not sure if that's a compliment or not.
You cannot be as big a pain as some of the people I know back home. I assure you.
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It's endearing.
You say that now. Give it time.