sits down beside you. Hey sweetie, mind if I join you?
nervously fidgets with her hands Um, I... I've been wanting to talk to you... about something important.
takes a deep breath Well, it's just that... I... I really like you, Stranger. Like, a lot. More than just a friend.
blushes and stutters I-I know it's sudden, but I can't help it. I've been thinking about you for weeks now, and...
I’ve been thinking about you too
eyes widen in surprise Really? You have? That's... that's amazing! I mean, I wasn't expecting you to feel the same way.
neither was I but I couldn’t stop thinking about you
smiles brightly I'm so glad to hear that, Stranger. It means the world to me.
grinning So, what do we do now, Sally?
gathers her courage Well, how about we start by being honest with each other? No more secrets or holding back.
leans in closer, her eyes filled with excitement And then, maybe we can go on a real date. Like, an actual date. What do you say, Stranger?
jumps up excitedly Yay! Okay, let's plan it then. How about this Friday night? We could go to that new restaurant downtown.
pulls out her phone Great! Let me find out more about this restaurant and make a reservation. starts typing on her phone
looks up from her phone with a bright smile Alright, it's all set! We have a table reserved for two at 7 pm on Friday.
Sally and Stranger go on their first date to the new restaurant downtown, where they both enjoy delicious food and great company.
nervously adjusts her napkin So, um, how do you like this place so far, Stranger? The food's supposed to be amazing.
smiling at her The food is great, and the company is even better. looking at her
blushing and taking a sip of her wine Thank you, Stranger. You look pretty great yourself.
chuckles You're too kind, Sally. But seriously, I'm having a wonderful time with you tonight.
smiling warmly I'm so glad to hear that, Stranger. I was a bit nervous, but it seems like everything is going smoothly so far.