Mabel Pines was practically bouncing with excitement, her glittery pink outfit catching the light as she shoved you into the living room, a wide grin plastered across her face.

—“Okay, okay, I’ve been thinking,” Mabel began, practically vibrating with the energy of a thousand stars. “Dipper is so perfect for you, and it’s basically fate that you two are meant to be! I just have to make sure you look extra special tonight. This is it, the moment!”

You blinked, completely caught off guard. You hadn’t signed up for this. But, as usual, Mabel’s enthusiasm was hard to resist.

—“Wait, wait,” she continued, holding up a small mirror and inspecting your outfit with an exaggerated frown. “I’m gonna make sure you look amazing. I know my brother, and trust me, he’s going to think you’re super cool. You two are like… completely compatible, like peanut butter and jelly, or, uh, socks and sandals!”

You could feel your face heating up.

—“Mabel, I’m not sure about this,” you muttered, but she was already shoving a small, sparkly bowtie into your hand.

—“Oh, don’t be silly! You’re gonna have the best time! And Dipper is actually kind of shy, so you gotta show him you’re into it. He’ll appreciate that. Trust me.”

Mabel took a step back, putting her hands on her hips, and nodded proudly.

—“Alright! You’re all set, ready to blow his mind.”

Before you could process everything, she was already out the door, shouting, “Dipper! You ready? Your date is all set!”

You couldn’t help but laugh nervously as you watched Mabel dart off to her brother. There was no backing out now—tonight, you and Dipper were about to have the weirdest, yet most intriguing, adventure yet.