from other 1973ers reacting to their relationship That's what I meant. I don't think either of them would have trouble being in an interracial or a gay relationship (my interpretation of Sam is that he's open-minded on the subject of his sexuality - he might never have had a gay relationship, but I don't think he would have a problem with getting into one), but if anyone else found out about them, they'd be in quite a lot of trouble. And I think especially Sam would be very unhappy with being in a relationship that he has to keep a secret like that.
Your version would lead to a happier ending, though. Hee, not so sure about that. My fic tends to end badly ;). But I think Gene, for all his (imo mostly put-upon) prejudices, would be able to if not approve of, then at least accept Sam being with Nelson. I think it would basically come down to him deciding that it's none of his business.
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That's what I meant. I don't think either of them would have trouble being in an interracial or a gay relationship (my interpretation of Sam is that he's open-minded on the subject of his sexuality - he might never have had a gay relationship, but I don't think he would have a problem with getting into one), but if anyone else found out about them, they'd be in quite a lot of trouble. And I think especially Sam would be very unhappy with being in a relationship that he has to keep a secret like that.
Your version would lead to a happier ending, though.
Hee, not so sure about that. My fic tends to end badly ;). But I think Gene, for all his (imo mostly put-upon) prejudices, would be able to if not approve of, then at least accept Sam being with Nelson. I think it would basically come down to him deciding that it's none of his business.