The context of the following conversation is Alex used eyes to express their feelings and then they went to the prom to dance.:
Alex says I really want you to go with me to the prom..
The friend responds I can't believe how you're looking at me. I thought we were just good friends!.
Alex responds I was just afraid to tell you how I felt. Will you go with me?.
The friend responds Of course I'll go with you. But you know I can't dance..
Alex responds That's quite all right. We will stumble around together..
The friend responds That sounds marvellous. I'm really excited..