A Hesitant Start to a Seemingly Perfect Evening
When my good friend Mia suggested that I meet one of her boyfriend’s acquaintances, I felt a familiar wave of hesitation. Blind dates have never been something I naturally enjoy. However, Mia was incredibly persuasive, making a strong case for the match. “You’ll love him,” she promised with certainty. “He’s polite, smart, stable — a total gentleman.” Given her enthusiasm and trust in her judgment, I decided to set aside my usual reservations and agree to the meeting.
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