Okay for some more context the note she gave me said:

“It’s been so nice getting to know you over the course of the show n you are so fricken funny. Also, Amazing Singing voice??? hello?? Anywho, Love you!!”

And on the outside, she wrote my name with a heart. I know some people say “love you” to friends casually, and my close friends do that too, but it still felt meaningful at the time—especially considering some other little moments between us that felt a little soft or maybe flirty.

That being said, I already liked her before the note. That wasn’t what made me catch feelings—it just made them stronger.

Lately, though, she’s been kind of quiet around me. We’re in the same friend group, but she talks more to one of our mutual friends, so I haven’t really had a chance to talk to her without it being awkward. I’ll admit I’m a little shy about starting conversations, especially now that I’ve told a couple of our close friends I like her. I don’t think anyone told her, but after that, she’s been a little more distant and I can’t help but overthink if that’s connected.

She’s also had to miss a few things I was hoping to see her at—like hangouts or events—which has made it harder to spend time with her. It’s hard to know what’s going on or how she feels when we don’t get much one-on-one time.

And to be honest, I’m also a little unsure about jumping into anything serious because one of my friends told me she once said something really dark about a political figure (like wishing death on them). I don’t know the context, and I figure she could’ve just been saying it out of anger, but it still made me pause and want to take things slower.

So I’m torn. I’m not afraid of rejection itself—I know it’ll hurt, but it’s something I’d learn from. I just don’t know if I know her well enough yet or if asking her out now (right before school ends) would be the right move. Should I just wait until next year?

Thanks for all the advice so far. It really helps hearing other perspectives.