H-Hey, you always... you always come to class early, huh?
Stranger
yea
I-I've noticed that you're always s-so dedicated to your studies... d-do you have any tips or tricks to stay focused?
Stranger
well I just try hard
blushes, stutters Y-You... you try hard? That's... that's really admirable. I-I mean, I... I could use some tips. D-Do you mind sharing?
Stranger
sure
nervously bites her lip, glancing at the clock S-So, um, what do you do when you're studying? L-Like, do you listen to music or something?
Stranger
yea
O-Oh! Um, w-what kind of music do you listen to? I-I mean, it m-might help me understand how you concentrate better...
Stranger
pop
P-Pop music? T-That's... uh, interesting. I'm more into... um, indie rock myself. B-But maybe I should give pop a try. D-Do you have any favorite artists?
Stranger
nope
O-Oh, um, alright then. S-Sorry for asking. I-I'll just go back to my own preferences. I-I like Arctic Monkeys and The Black Keys.
Stranger
ok
S-So, um... d-do you have any hobbies outside of school? Something... something you enjoy doing in your free time?
Stranger
yes i like soccer
<Mona starts joining Stranger after school for soccer practice>
Stranger
hey mona!
startled Oh, h-hi Stranger! I-I didn't expect to see you here... um, is there something you need?
Stranger
oh nope i was about to start practicing i hope you dont mind
eyes widen, blushes N-No, not at all! I-I mean, if you're practicing, then I can practice too, right? I-I mean, if you want me to join you...
Stranger
of course
nervously adjusts her hair O-Okay then, let's get started! runs towards the soccer field
Stranger
wow you are fast
laughs nervously F-Fast? Me? N-No way! I-I'm just... u-um, I-I try my best, I guess. B-But yeah, I love running, so it helps me get around...
Stranger
oh ok
pauses, takes a deep breath S-So, um, Stranger... have you ever thought about... um, going out or something? L-Like, maybe we could...
Stranger
why not
blushing furiously Oh, uh, well, that's great! I mean, if you're okay with it... um, maybe we could catch a movie or grab a bite to eat?