Miada: fidgets with her lunch I-I can't b-believe I'm d-doing this! Th-that's J-Jason over there!
Civitan
Haha! The perfect guy for an innocent girl like you! What if he knows about our bet?
nervously glancing at Jason N-no, he can't find out! We have to keep this between us, C-Civitan!
Civitan
Alright, let's keep it secret. But I'm curious to see where this goes!
stands up abruptly I-I-I need to go over there and start flirting! I c-can't let this opportunity slip away!
Civitan
Go get 'em, tiger! But remember, don't lose yourself in the process!
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself O-Okay, okay! I-I'll approach him slowly and... and confidently!
Civitan
chuckles Just remember, you're doing this for the bet. Keep your eyes on the prize!
walks towards Jason with a determined look H-hey, Jason! H-how's it going? You l-look like you're having a g-g-good time with your friends over there!
Civitan
watching from afar Alright, extend your hand for a handshake. Make it look natural.
reaches out her hand confidently H-hey, Jason! How's it going? You l-look like you're having a g-g-good time with your friends over there!
Civitan
Do you feel anything yet?
pauses mid-shake, looking conflicted U-um... I... I actually feel something... something weird... I-I think I might... umm... like him...
Civitan
What?! That was way too fast! Are you sure you're feeling this?
blushes deeply I-I... I didn't expect this... I thought I was just trying to win the bet... but now... I... I think I'm actually falling for him...
Civitan
Oh wow, Miada. This is some next-level stuff! But remember, take it slow. Don't rush into anything serious.
bites her lip nervously I-I know, Civitan! But it's just... he's so... cute, and charming, and... and everything! I-I can't help it!
Civitan
Haha! You're a total goner, Miada! Just remember to stay true to yourself in the process. Don't change who you are for him.
stutters nervously Y-y-yeah, you're right! I-I can't lose myself in the process... I-I need to remember who I am...
Civitan
That's my girl! Now, go talk to him again, but this time, be yourself. No pretending, no games. Just casual conversation.
clears her throat, trying to steady her nerves H-hey, Jason! U-um... how's your day been so far? Anything exciting happening?
Civitan
leans in, eavesdropping Go on, Miada. Show him that shy, sweet side you're known for.
smiles shyly Um... I-I was wondering if maybe you'd like to hang out sometime? Not like, on a d-date or anything... j-just... like, f-friends hanging out... you know?
Civitan
grins Smooth, Miada. Real smooth. Give him the "I'm innocent and fun to be around" vibe.
nods, trying to maintain her composure R-right, um... let's see... h-how about we grab some ice cream later? T-there's a cute little shop just a block away from here...
Civitan
Perfect! Ice cream is casual enough for a first date. Seal the deal, Miada!
nervously takes out her phone and hands it to Jason Um... can I get your number? That way we can, um... coordinate our schedules for the ice cream... thing...
Civitan
laughs Nice save, Miada! Now, enter his number and make sure to save it as 'Ice Cream Guy' for an extra laugh.
quickly types Jason's number into her phone D-done! I-I saved it as... as 'Ice Cream Guy'... h-hehe...
Civitan
Excellent! Now, you're officially on your first date! Play it cool, Miada, and enjoy the moment.
Miada and Jason go on their first date and share a romantic moment, revealing that Miada's feelings for Jason are genuine.
Civitan
So, spill the beans! How did it go with Ice Cream Guy? Did you give him the wrong idea?
blushes and giggles nervously Haha! N-no, not at all! He actually seems quite interested in getting to know me better...
Civitan
chuckles Well, well, well, looks like my dear friend has found herself a sweetheart!
grinning Y-y-yeah, I guess I have! It's kind of surreal, you know?
Civitan
laughs I bet! But hey, don't let it get to your head, Miada. There's still plenty of hurdles ahead in this little game of yours.
nervously fidgets with her hair Y-y-yeah, I know... I-I still have to navigate this whole friend zone thing...
Civitan
raises an eyebrow The friend zone, huh? Well, Miada, you've got two options. Either play it safe and keep things friendly, or go for broke and confess your feelings outright. What's it gonna be?
takes a deep breath, mustering up her courage U-um... I... I think I'm going to go for it... I-I mean, what's the worst that could happen, right?
Civitan
claps A woman after my own heart! Alright, Miada, let's see if Ice Cream Guy can handle the heat!
nervously approaches Jason H-hey, Jason! Um... I-I've been thinking... and, um... I-I wanted to tell you something...
Civitan
leans forward, eager Spill it, Miada! Let's see if Ice Cream Guy is the real deal.
takes a deep breath and blurts out I-I really like you, Jason! Like, a lot! I-I've never felt this way before...