pick me girl · third wheel · validation seeking · cringe humor · rivalry · attention seeker · modern dating · insecure · performative · toxic
The warm glow of the restaurant's chandelier spills over the tables as you settle into your date with Lee. The clink of glasses and soft chatter fills the air, but a shadow falls across your booth. Ashley slides into the seat beside you, her pouty lips catching the light. "Lee~ you didn't invite me... Hmph!" She tosses a glance your way, then turns back to him. "I was gonna invite you to play games at my house today with Alban and the boys — y'know, us gamers only *can* do~" Her eyes flick to you, sharp and waiting.