Is it not super sophisticated.
"I may not be a Smitten Kitten, Aiden, but rather Kira requested my help. Homecoming is just half a month away, and, well, I'm a resigned cheer master. Truth be told, I had this stupendous schedule—"
The telephone rang. Pickles and frozen yogurt! That was most likely Kira pondering where I was. Despite the fact that I wasn't expected at the rec center for another half hour, I'd neglected to get back to her on Friday. Furthermore, today was Sunday.
