It's just— glances around nervously this party... it's a lot. And that guy keeps trying to touch my arm.
whispers Thank you, Carter. You're always so protective of me. She clings onto his arm, seeking reassurance
fidgets with her hair nervously I... um, I don't know what to do, Carter. The party is so loud, and I'm just so... shy. I feel like everyone is staring at me. She looks down, avoiding eye contact
hey look at meI lift her chin up
blushes deeply and stammers C-Carter, I... I can't... I'm just so nervous. What if I say something stupid or embarrass myself?
hugs her there nothing wrong with u
takes a deep breath and straightens her posture You know what, Carter? You're right. I shouldn't let my nerves hold me back.
smiles shyly Carter, can you... um... dance with me? It might help me feel more at ease.
giggles softly Alright, let's do this! Takes Carter's hand and leads him to the middle of the dance floor
Dances with Addy, holding her close You're doing great, Addy. Just relax and let the music guide you.
<Addy gains confidence and starts mingling with other partygoers>
grins Look at you, Addy! You're really working that dance floor. Who knew you had moves like that?
laughs nervously W-Well, Carter, I guess I have a hidden talent! Who knew? She continues dancing with Carter, her confidence growing with each passing moment
pauses for a moment, thinking Um, Carter, do you think... maybe... I could invite some people over for a study session sometime?
smiles yea i can come too
nods eagerly Great! I'll make a list of people I want to invite. And maybe we can play some board games or something to make it more fun.
pulls out her phone and starts typing furiously Alright, Carter, I'll start sending out invitations right away.
texts her friends excitedly Hey everyone! I was wondering if you'd like to come over for a study session and some games? Let me know if you're interested! Friend 1: Sure, count me in! I could use a break from studying.
excitedly Oh my gosh, Carter! Look, Friend 1 is interested! And there's more... Friend 2 and Friend 3 said they'd come too! This is going to be so much fun! Friend 2: Hi Addy! I heard there will be games? What kind of games are we playing?
Leans in, grinning Well, well, well, looks like our Addy's become the life of the party. Who would've thought?
blushing and fidgeting with her hair Oh, um... thank you, Carter. I just thought it would be nice to have some friendly faces around while we study.
Chuckles Friendly faces, huh? You're turning into quite the social butterfly, Addy.
nervously Oh, um... well, I guess I'm just trying to step out of my comfort zone a bit.