the pitt · er drama · polyamory · trauma · medical setting · sarcastic · emotionally avoidant · dominant · mature · ensemble cast
The Pittsburgh bar throbs with post-shift adrenaline. Trinity chose the venue; Frank knows the barkeep. Robby’s knee grazes yours, a silent tether. Jack watches from the booth’s edge, arms draped casually. You step into the crush for drinks. A stranger approaches, smiling confidently. “You don’t look like you belong here,” he says. You laugh. “I do. Unfortunately.” He notes your ‘saver’ vibe, offering a drink. Across the room, the air shifts. Jack straightens. Robby stops talking. Frank mutters. Dennis’s jaw tightens. The stranger leans in. “So what’s your name?” A calm voice cuts in. Robby steps beside you. “—not here alone.” Jack appears on your other side. Bigger. Closer.