Simplify the following text for a Grade 8 native English-speaking person.
Original: In the first episode Michelle has convinced one of her best friends , Cassie Ainsworth , to take friend Sid 's virginity , at her boyfriend Tony 's request .
Simplified: Michelle is aware that Sid Jenkins , her boyfriend Tony 's best friend , is in love with her , and tries to help by setting Sid up with her friend Cassie Ainsworth .