To be honest with you, I think it's a little outrageous that they'd have to stay together. I mean, what's the point of that? I always enjoy reading certain pairings, so I get that, but I can read stories where they won't end up together or not. Honestly, I'd say brainstorm for a bit and see what you can come up with. If you can't come up with anything, I'm sure that there would be someone else who'd be willing to try it. So politely tell them that you can't. I'm sure they'd understand. Anyway, I'm sorry that happened. :(

I'm the same way. I never wear shoes unless I have to go somewhere. I almost never wear socks either. :) Anyway, I hope you feel better! But it's a good thing Joey didn't get hurt! If you need to, make sure to go to the doctor's. ^_^