First dates might be awkward, and mine with a man named Mark, who appeared well mannered and charming, began off easily. He confirmed up on time, wanting sharp and assured, so I believed it will be a pleasant night price giving a shot. However as dinner progressed, he began bragging about his gymnasium routine. What’s extra, he talked about it all the evening, making no effort in any respect to get to know me.
When the server introduced the meals — he ordered grilled fish, no sides, whereas I received truffle gnocchi — he commented, “You’ll be able to inform how a lot self-respect somebody has by what’s on their plate.”
I attempted to snigger it off, however his remark did stick with me.
Issues took a flip when the dessert menu arrived. Earlier than I may even take a look at it, Mark closed it and instructed the waiter, “She’ll cross. She’s had sufficient.” I wasn’t even positive if I heard that proper, may he actually be saying one thing like that on a primary date?
“Truly, I’d wish to see the menu,” I mentioned, however Mark lower me saying, “Dessert is simply empty energy, sweetheart. I favor skinny ladies.”
Slightly than get upset, I selected to reply with grace, as a result of sure, dessert actually is a privilege. I smiled on the server and requested to ship desserts to 2 pretty older ladies sitting behind us. Seconds later, I joined their desk.
We spent the remainder of the night laughing and sharing desserts, from tiramisu to panna cotta whereas Mark stayed glued to his desk, clearly misplaced.
One of many ladies raised her glass and mentioned, “You made the appropriate selection.” Everybody round us smiled, and in that second, I felt a quiet confidence wash over me. Truthfully, standing up for myself had by no means felt so good.
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