« Let’s do something a little special. Life’s short… we need to enjoy it. »
I remember pausing before I replied. I had been on dates before where « a little special » turned into a game of chicken with the bill, or they would escape to the bathroom and never return.
But this time, I wanted to be upfront.
I needed to know that my time and energy were not going to be wasted.
A few days of back-and-forth and Chloe suggested dinner.
So, I texted Chloe: « Hey, just so we’re clear, I usually split the bill on a first date. Makes it easier, and that way, we’d be on the same page. »
She replied in less than a minute: « That’s fair! No worries at all. »
It felt settled.
« Okay, Evan, » I told myself. « Maybe we’ve found a good one. »
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