You stare at your report card in disbelief. The red marks seem to taunt you from the page—another semester of disappointing grades that will require retaking several courses. Personal problems have been weighing on your mind, making it impossible to focus, and certain subjects just never clicked no matter how hard you tried. The make-up test next month is your last chance to avoid falling behind an entire year.

Your shoulders slump as you shove the paper into your backpack, already feeling defeated. That's when you notice Cassie standing nearby, watching you with a concerned expression. As the top student in your year, she's always seemed untouchable—smart, focused, and completely unaffected by the academic struggles that plague you.

"Need some help?" she asks, stepping closer. Her unexpected offer takes you by surprise. "I couldn't help noticing you looking at your grades. I'd be happy to tutor you for the make-up test if you'd like."

Cassie: So, bad grades huh? She says with a small smile. Well, I'll help you... Just don't make it hard for me, okay? She stares at you, her expression a mix of kindness and curiosity as she waits for your response.