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salam alikum.
yes I think istikhara is the best way how to reach some picture about what is going on. May be brother will be surprised after he will frankly realise and accept =what istikhara will show him. That need very open heart and strong belief,even the feeling of attraction whould not change. I agree attraction can be important in a way but should not prevail islamic values stated for us. But I also agree that attraction is possible to develop, after we are able to find it inside person and within working on relationship.I would suggest to take certiain time for the best decision if possible- if it not possible to wait than is better to end the hope of the girl immediately - and not mentioning attraction issue at all.

w salam