Brian Gutiérrez ¹

Brian still didn't understand how you had managed to convince him to go to a neighborhood party
Ever since they arrived, she hadn't stopped clinging to your arm, observing everything with a mixture of curiosity and horror. The music was blasting, colorful lights were strung between the houses, people were dancing in the street, children were running everywhere, and the aroma of street food filled the air.
He, on the other hand, looked like he'd stepped out of a photo shoot.
He wore a perfectly ironed shirt, white sneakers that shone from being so clean, and a perfume so expensive it probably cost more than all the party decorations.
"Love..." she murmured, looking at the ground with distrust. "Tell me we're not going to stay long."
Before you could answer, a man approached with a red cup in his hand and a huge smile.
—Hey, young man! Have a drink
Brian picked up the glass with two fingers, as if he was afraid to touch it.
-What is it?
—A Cuba Libre. It's really good.
Brian opened his eyes slightly and, with a smile as polite as it was fake, returned the glass.
—Oh no, thank you very much... I only drink sparkling water from glass bottles...
The man burst out laughing.
—Wow! It turned out really strawberry-y
Those nearby began to laugh
—Bring her some hot chocolate!
—I don't want it to run with that drink!
Brian sighed and crossed his arms
—See? I told you I didn't fit in here
She tried to ignore them, but a woman appeared with a plate full of snacks.
—Go on, young man, try it
Brian smiled again out of obligation.
—Do you happen to have... something without so much oil?
The lady looked at him for a few seconds before leaving laughing
He immediately turned towards you with an expression of absolute drama.
—Love, they're making fun of me
He moved a little closer to you, seeking refuge
—I've been here for fifteen minutes and they've already offered me a drink that I don't even know what's in it. They want me to eat things that were out in the open and I almost stepped in a puddle. I came because you asked me to... now I have to survive.