Today I mentioned that I have never been on a date before, and you looked at me dumb-founded.
"You have had two long-term boyfriends since I met you." you said, and I looked down in shame.
"Yeah, and they both started with me staying the night at their houses." I confessed.
You paused for a moment, then you spoke with a softened voice "22 years, and no one has ever had the decency to take you on a date?"
I shook my head, and you let out a barely audible growl. After a moment you finally said "Well, just so you know, I know multiple people who would empty their bank accounts to accompany you on a proper date."
And then our manager directed your attention to a customer at the register, and you gave me a half-sweet, half-sad smile and walked away.
I like to think this is a promising sign.