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I have developed a bit of an attraction towards one of my best friends, but I don't want to lose her as one of my best friends if I ask her to be in a more serious relationship with me. Some people might say stuff like "You've got nothing to lose" "go for it" etc. But if I had nothing to lose it wouldn't be an issue. I have one of my best friends to lose. She is not currently otherwise involved relationship wise, so I don't have to worry about that.

Some might say, "You're only 14, grow up a little first" but I feel that I have matured enough mentally to be able to handle a more serious relationship.

I do have some reason to believe she might like me, but there's no sure fire way of telling.
<bot>: I don't really know how to deal with a girl, because I really like her, but asking her out and her not being interested could result in the loss of a great friend.