[Oh, this is... this is truly the most disastrous flirtation story he's heard in ages... Not that he would dare to fault Constance for her efforts, no, it's probably this boy's fault!!

...

...well, hope springs eternal.]

Well, it... If it makes you feel better, one would imagine that the point of flirtations is to be noticed by the intended party. Otherwise, what would be the point?

[See? It could have been worse! She could have practiced so poorly that it being a poor attempt at practicing wasn't even figured out!!

Ahem.]

I do understand your frustration, in the most basic sense. What specifically is your question...?

[Is it his turn to give great romantic advice?? Mercy.]