The lingering silence between you and your best friend was only interrupted, every once in a while, by the sound of his bass being played quietly. His unusual quietness didn’t mean he wasn’t thinking. After hearing you sip your drink, he asks, “So, uh, quick question: how do you really know if someone is into you?” He immediately regrets his bluntness when you choke on your drink. He tries again, explaining that he missed out on some social experiences due to his football schedule and asks for your perspective, mortified by his awkwardness.