Page 23 of How to Win the Girl

Yes, I remember, but that doesn’t mean I want to be a jerk. It’s not in my nature, although I probably would describe myself as being independent, empowered—and strong-willed.

And apparently, I’m more sarcastic than I thought.

Drew Colter doesn’t reply for a few minutes, and I wonder if I’ve succeeded in scaring him off. What I should be doing is busying myself with checking the new messages I’ve gotten since we started chatting, but no, here I am, waiting for this asshole to message me back.

An asshole I have no interest or intention of dating.

Drew C:So you’re single, hey?

Daisy:Would I be on this app if I wasn’t?

Drew C:Uh—yes? Plenty of people on these apps are not single.

Daisy:I assumed it was just guys who cheated on apps.

Drew C:LOL that’s the funniest thing I’ve ever heard. I know plenty of chicks who have boyfriends who will still hit on anything that moves.

Daisy:Oh. I didn’t realize…

I always assumed dating was worse for women and not guys—guys have it easy! All they have to do is be cute and women flock to them. Females, on the other hand—the hair, the nails, the clothes, the patronizing giggle at dumb jokes…

Not to mention all the times I’ve been on a dating app only to have a guy ask for pictures of my boobs. Or a full body shot. Or ask how much I weigh or what size I wear and if they’d be able to lift me up onto their shoulders.

The nerve. Nay! The audacity.

Want to delete me because I won’t send you a selfie of my tits, go right ahead! You’re not the kind of guy I want to be dating anyway.

Bye!

Drew C:Trust me, it’s not easy for guys, either, which is why I’m on this app.

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The next day…

Drew C:Have a boyfriend yet?

Daisy:Haha. Funny.

Drew C:I take that as a no. Any first dates?

Daisy:You’re really nosy for a complete stranger.

Drew C:Not a COMPLETE stranger. I know your age, hobbies, and location.

Drew C:Wait. That sounded creepy.

Daisy:Really creepy. Stay on your side of the auditorium during our next class, please.

Drew C:What’s your major, btw.

Daisy:Marketing. I think.

Drew C:Yeah, mine is biochem although I have no idea why.

Daisy:Why do you say that?

Drew C: ’Cause I’m never going to be a scientist.

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