This is a story inspired by urban legends -- unusual stories or anecdotes based on hearsay that are widely circulated as true. Like alligators in sewers. Or dead dogs in suitcases - maybe it's true?
It's the Age of Leisure, and keeping it that way is a full-time job. In this story, we imagine a future world where work is rare, and the party never ends.
HER: Where's your costume? ME: I was at the convention like this - I just came from the convention. HER: But dressing up is the best part of these things.