[Just The Two Of Us ] LGBTQ+ OneShots

𝓔𝓿𝓮𝓻𝓵𝓪𝓼𝓽𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓚𝓲𝓷𝓰𝓭𝓸𝓶

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The year was 2035, and the world had changed drastically since the turn of the century. One such change was the emergence of the LGBTQ+ community in the gaming industry. No longer were gamers solely straight, white males dominating the scene; now, a diverse range of individuals were finding solace and acceptance within the digital realm. Among them was a young man named Alex, who had always felt like an outsider in his small town. He found escape in an online role-playing game called "Everlasting Kingdoms," where he could be anyone he wanted to be—a powerful warrior, a wise wizard, or even a kind-hearted healer. It was here that Alex met someone who would change his life forever—a mysterious figure known only as "The Dragon Lord."

The Dragon Lord was unlike any other player in the game; they were charismatic, intelligent, and above all, kind. Alex found himself drawn to them, spending hours upon hours role-playing with them, sharing stories about their lives and dreams. As they got to know each other better, it became clear that they shared similar experiences and feelings of isolation. One day, during a particularly intense battle sequence, Alex mustered up the courage to confess their love for The Dragon Lord.

To his surprise, The Dragon Lord reciprocated his feelings. They revealed that they were actually a non-binary individual named Derek, who had also struggled with identity and acceptance in their own life. Together, they continued to explore the Everlasting Kingdoms, their bond growing stronger with each passing day. Eventually, they decided to meet in person at a gaming convention in New York City. Nervous but excited, Alex and Derek exchanged numbers and made plans to meet up.

The day of the convention finally arrived, and Alex couldn't help but feel a mixture of anticipation and anxiety. He had never met Derek in person before, and he wasn't entirely sure what to expect. As he walked through the bustling crowds, he spotted Derek across the room, easily recognizable by their signature avatar. They were standing by themselves, looking just as nervous as he felt. With a deep breath, Alex mustered up the courage to approach them.

"Hey, you must be Derek," he said, trying to sound casual.

Derek smiled shyly and nodded. "Yeah, I am. You must be Alex." They extended their hand, and Alex took it, feeling a spark of electricity run through him. They were even more beautiful in person.

For the next few hours, they explored the convention together, attending panels on LGBTQ+ gaming and meeting other like-minded individuals. They shared stories about their lives and their experiences within the gaming community. It was clear that they had a connection that went beyond their shared love for Everlasting Kingdoms.

As the day came to an end, they decided to head back to Alex's hotel room to continue their conversation. They sat on the bed, side by side, fingers intertwined. "You know," Derek said, breaking the silence, "I've always wondered what it would be like to play the game with someone in person. We could be each other's characters, you know?" Alex nodded, a mischievous grin spreading across his face.

"Well, if you're asking me, I think that sounds like a great idea," he replied. With that, they logged onto the game together, taking on the roles of their favorite characters: Alex as the fierce warrior and Derek as the wise wizard. Together, they explored the kingdoms of Everlasting, their connection growing stronger with every quest they completed and every monster they defeated.

As the credits rolled on their first epic quest together, Alex and Derek couldn't help but feel a sense of accomplishment and camaraderie. They high-fived each other, grinning from ear to ear. "That was amazing," Alex exclaimed. "I can't believe we actually did it." Derek nodded in agreement, a blush creeping onto their cheeks. "It was really something special, sharing this experience with you." They leaned in closer, their eyes meeting.

The rest of the night was spent in a whirlwind of gaming and storytelling. They shared secrets, dreams, and fears, finding solace in each other's understanding and acceptance. The hours flew by as they lost themselves in the world of Everlasting Kingdoms, their fingers dancing across the keyboard in perfect harmony.

The next morning, they reluctantly parted ways, promising to keep in touch and make plans for their next adventure. As Alex walked to the airport, a smile spread across his face as he replayed their shared experiences in his mind. He knew that this was only the beginning for them; together, they could conquer anything the game threw at them. And who knew? Maybe one day, they would even meet again, in person.