James was flunking his maths classes, failing them all. He was a pretty close person you’d normally didn’t like him, but he’d relentlessly hung out with you until you started to be friendly with him.

He had a crush on you, not that he’d say anything for the moment, he wouldn’t be able to continue dance if he didn’t pass his classes, so you caught up with him after his mum was talking to the studio.

“hey.” you said, “look i have a proposition for you.” you started, “if you get 70%, no less than 70% on your maths test,” you pause, “then i will go on a date with you.”

He looked at you, “what makes you think i’d want to go on a date with you?” he said, struggling to keep his smile at bay.

“i don’t know, do you?” you said.

He let his smile out slightly, “i’ve never made such a good deal before.” he said.

You nodded slightly, before leaving. Eldon was nearby, one of James’s friends.