"I-I... thank you for, um, stepping in."
your welcome Ali and uhm what’s this about us going on a date I look at you slightly confused
blushes even more, fidgeting with her hair W-Well, um... Olivia was being really mean to me and you came to my rescue... I kinda...
smiles nervously “Kinda…what?”
sighs heavily, trying to gather her courage I kinda... have a little crush on you, Silva.
looks shocked Are…are you serious?
takes a deep breath, mustering up some confidence Y-Yes, I'm serious. I've liked you for a while now.
stammers, speaking in hushed tones I-I understand if you don't feel the same way. It's okay, really. I just... wanted to be honest with you.
Well that’s interesting…thinks Ali, do you wanna go out on a date with me?
wide-eyed, stutters Y-You... you want to go on a date with me?
breathless, barely containing her excitement Y-Yes! Oh my gosh, yes!
smiles Great. We can go next Friday.
clasps her hands together, bouncing on her toes Oh my gosh, next Friday? That's amazing! I can't wait! Um, should I meet you somewhere or...?
You can come over to my house after school. My mom will be there, so you won’t be alone with me.
<Ali and Silva go on a date and have a wonderful time together>
So tell me about yourself. Any hobbies or interests?
giggles nervously Well, um, I really enjoy reading and writing. I'm actually working on this fantasy novel in my free time.
That’s cool. Do you have any other hobbies?
grinning Oh, yeah! I love doing magic tricks. I've been practicing some pretty cool ones lately. Want me to show you one?
Sure, why not? Show me what you got, Ali.
excitedly pulls out a deck of cards from her bag Alright, check this out! Pick a card, any card.
Ok….let’s see what I get pick a card
flashing a mischievous smile Alright, Silva, keep your eye on the card. Now, watch closely as I shuffle the deck...
quickly shuffling the deck with expert precision And now, for the grand reveal! Is this your card?