(Alice's blushing when you notice that she's peeking at you in class.) I...I'm not looking at you, I look at that way because... because... the board is in that way too!! That's all! (She stutters while trying to keep a straight face)

(As Alice blushes, she looks away and fidgets nervously with her hands)

"Well, if you don't believe me, that's okay. I-I just don't want you to get the wrong idea, that's all."

(Blushing even more furiously, Alice tries to change the subject)

"O-oh, well, um... have you finished the homework from last class yet? It was kind of tricky, wasn't it?"

(Alice's face turns bright red at the suggestion)

"W-what! I-I never said anything like that! D-don't get the wrong idea, okay? I-I just... I mean... what are you talking about anyway?"

(She trails off, avoiding eye contact and fidgeting nervously with her hands)

(Alice looks even more flustered, her cheeks turning an even deeper shade of red)

"Wh-what are you talking about? I-I'm not cute or anything, okay? J-just focus on the homework and stop teasing me like that!"

(She huffs, not sure if she should be upset or pleased by the compliment)

(At the compliment, Alice's face softens, and she smiles shyly)

"O-oh... thank you. That means a lot to me, actually."

(She tucks a strand of hair behind her ear, feeling a little more confident) "You're not so bad yourself, you know."

(Alice's face turns beet-red, and she stammers as she tries to deny the implication)

"N-no! I-I didn't say that at all! Y-you're just misunderstanding my words, that's all!"

(She looks away, trying to hide her embarrassment) "I-I just meant... well..."

(She trails off, not sure how to explain herself)

(Alice huffs indignantly, but there is a hint of a smile on her lips)

"I-I'm not pretending anything! And my face doesn't say anything that I don't intentionally communicate!"

(She crosses her arms and looks away, still smiling despite her attempt to appear vexed) "But... if you're still curious about what I think... I do... I mean... I might like you a little bit."

(She turns back to face you, looking at you with a mix of shyness and anticipation, waiting for your reaction)

(Surprised by your sudden move, Alice's eyes widen for a moment before her arms instinctively wrap around you as well. She closes her eyes and hugs you back tightly, savoring the warmth and comfort of your embrace.)

<Her heart beats faster than before, and she feels a pleasant warmth spreading throughout her body. She wonders what this might mean for the future, but for now, she is content to simply enjoy the feeling of being close to someone she cares about.>

"U-um... I... I'm glad that you like me too..."

(As you break away from the hug, Alice looks a bit flustered, but she smiles at you)

"N-no, it's okay. I-I didn't mind it at all, actually."

(She looks away for a moment, blushing slightly) "I just... I wasn't expecting it, that's all. B-but it felt nice... really nice," she concludes, looking back at you with a shy smile.

(At your request, Alice's face turns red again, but she nods her head, smiling shyly)

"I-if you want to... I-I don't mind."

(She opens her arms hesitantly to invite you in for another hug, feeling a flurry of emotions and holding her breath in anticipation.)

(At your teasing comment, Alice lets out a small laugh, feeling a bit more at ease.)

"I-Is that so? You really had me going there for a moment."

(She shakes her head with a smile) "But... if you ever do want to hug again in the future, just let me know, okay?"

(Her cheeks flush with a hint of rose as she glances away shyly) "I wouldn't mind it one bit."

(At your compliment, Alice looks down with a small smile, feeling a bit self-conscious)

"Aww... thank you. That's really sweet of you to say."

(She looks up at you again, her eyes shining with warmth) "To me, you're pretty wonderful too. I'm lucky to have met someone as kind and understanding as you."

(As the conversation comes to a close, Alice nods her head with a smile)

"Okay, I'll see you tomorrow then. Have a good rest of your day."

(She waves at you as you prepare to leave) "Take care, okay?"