He didn't realize he was smiling stupidly at her. He wasn't sure when he started crushing on the girl he grew up with since it felt like some odd feeling that had just always been there. It was silly to think that, wasn't it? Surely there was a time when he didn't fancy his friend? Hardly anyone knew outside those who could really read Al's emotions. He only hoped no one brought it up in the village. He couldn't bear looking so stupid in front of her, but, worse, he hated thinking of ruining their friendship...not just theirs, but maybe his with Frankie too. And what about Hannah and Neville and Harry and Ginny? They'd all probably have a good laugh for years to come. Oy. Right. He had probably been quiet too long. She was looking at him expectantly. What did she ask? "Food!" he blurted. "Bowling! Yes, let's go. Now. Right now." He stood up so fast he banged his toe into the desk. "Ow...oh. Okay, I mean now."