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" Hi Ava " Dave said when he sighted Ava coming in his direction.

Ava as usual, smiled at him warmly " Hey Dave, how are you? "

He smiled back " I'm good "

" Are you heading somewhere? " He asked, taking a quick glance at her bag.

She shook her head " No, not really "

He nodded his " Alright " Ava was about to leave when he called her.

" Ava? " He called, and his voice trembled slightly.

She turned and looked at him, her eyes filled with questions " Is something the matter, Dave? "

Now Dave looked uneasy " I... I wanna tell you something "

Now, Ava was curious " Oh, what is it? "

He shook his head quickly " No no, it's nothing serious... "

" Okay... " Ava said, urging him on. She smiled tenderly to put him at ease, probably.

He still looked nervous " I... Ava, I... "

" Dave calm down and take a deep breath " She instructed gently and he did so. " Good. Now talk "

" Okayy... I wanted to tell you that I like you " He blurted out and shut his eyes tightly, waiting for her answer.