A chance encounter

5

As the days passed, the excitement in the school grew as the intramural day approached. Fyara, Alex, Natalie, and their friends were all busy preparing for the big event. They had signed up for different teams and were practicing every day to make sure they were ready.

Despite the tension between them, they still managed to work together when they needed to. Fyara and Natalie would often help each other with their respective sports, and Alex would offer to proofread their essays and speeches.

As the intramural day came to a close, Natalie found herself feeling bolder than usual. She had been trying to get Alex's attention all day, and she finally decided to take a chance and ask her to come watch her soccer game the next day.

"Hey, Alex," she said, walking up to her after the final event.

"I was wondering if you wanted to come watch my soccer game tomorrow?"

Alex looked surprised but pleased at the invitation.

"Sure, I'd love to come watch you play," she said, smiling at her.

Natalie felt a rush of excitement at his response. "Great! The game is at 2 pm on the field by the gym. I'll see you there?"

Alex nodded, still smiling. "Yeah, I'll be there."

Feeling giddy with excitement, Natalie walked away from Alex, feeling like she was walking on air. She couldn't wait for her to come watch her play.

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The next day, Natalie showed up to the soccer field feeling nervous but excited. She had been practicing hard for this game, and she wanted to show Alex what she was capable of.

As the game started, Natalie could feel Alex's eyes on her. She played her heart out, running up and down the field, dribbling the ball past defenders, and taking shots at the goal.

Despite the tough competition, Natalie's team managed to pull off a win, and she was named the player of the game. As she walked off the field, she saw Alex waiting for her, a huge grin on her face.

"You were amazing out there," she said, congratulating her on the win.

Natalie felt a sense of pride and happiness at her words.

"Thanks," she said, smiling at her. "I'm glad you could come watch me play."

As they walked away from the field together, Natalie felt a sense of closeness and connection with Alex. While she didn't know what the future held for them, she knew that she was glad she had taken a chance and asked her to come watch her play.

After the soccer game, Natalie and Alex started spending more time together. They went on walks around campus, had lunch together, and even studied together in the library.

Good night, tom again!