[ She's definitely coming across as a little unenthusiastic, which in turn makes Jim worry that he might be pushing too much, and making her uncomfortable in the process. ]
It's... fine. Never mind. [ He forces a light tone into his voice. ] I'll see you at the party, Mary.
I mean - yes. Yes, we can go out other times, if you'd like.
[ She wants him to know that before he cuts the connection. Of course, if this date is awful, Mary probably won't want to go out again, but they can cross that bridge when they get to it. ]
I would, but only if you actually want to. You don't have to worry about upsetting me by saying no or something.
[ There's a pause. ]
Which-- I'm not saying you would, by the way. I just mean... we're still friends. And I like spending time with you, whether or not you're interested in something more.
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It's... fine. Never mind. [ He forces a light tone into his voice. ] I'll see you at the party, Mary.
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[ She wants him to know that before he cuts the connection. Of course, if this date is awful, Mary probably won't want to go out again, but they can cross that bridge when they get to it. ]
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[ There's a pause. ]
Which-- I'm not saying you would, by the way. I just mean... we're still friends. And I like spending time with you, whether or not you're interested in something more.
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Okay. I look forward to it too, Mary.
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