George and Andy: Nerd Lovers
George’s answered his cell phone. “Hey, Fiona. How’s it going?” Fiona trilled, “George! You want to go to a party Friday night; I know you do.” Fiona’s voice lilted higher on the end note. Fiona usually invited George to Center for Sexuality and Gender Diversity social events when there was someone new and exciting to meet. They must be cute because Fiona sounded excited, talking quickly and in a higher register. George assumed Fiona was looking for a second opinion. “The Center having an event? Sure, I’ll be your wing man.” “Funny. Yes, there is a mixer. I’ll text you the details. Thanks, buddy, see you then. Gotta go, lots to do.” After saying, “I will see you then,” George ended the call. George was excited for Fiona, and his curiosity peaked. Fiona and George defined attractiveness the same when it came to women. Flirting by proxy was much easier for George than talking directly to a woman he’s interested in, so he looked forward to playing ‘wingman.’ On Friday night, Ge...