where is the duchy

where is the duchy

fiction
edward w pritchard

The same force that make an individual duchy become a Nation State makes a two individuals instantly become a couple. It's an invisible process to science. From the inside out it can be a state of bliss and security. They are a couple- it's the final adverb in contentment.

Moving about our state I don't see all that many couples any more. Especially among the young.

Ones sees a lot of old couples; he's ten feet walking ahead of her and she's monotonously talking- sort of to her self. Unless he has a cane for walk assist because of deteriorating health in which case she is moving ahead very fast into the future.

Unscientifically it seems that there aren't a lot of young couples. Hopefully not too many of them have decided to not be a couple because of the invisible entanglement, loyalty and duty required. Breezing through life having fast food grub hub-ed is less hassle.

Maybe a placeholder until the other half materializes? Sounds like an online business opportunity for a start up. No phone sex or chat groups please. Just someone to mention the dining room table needs updated.