The cute Korean girl REPLIED to me!

The cute Korean woman replied after days, citing work and singing practice, but offered vague plans; he ultimately gave up. A pandemic warning briefly renewed his hope, but no further reply or meeting date convinced him she was uninterested. After a painfully one-sided date with a 36-year-old, he preferred male companionship and defended his unconventional spaghetti methods against viewers.

Repeatedly, desired connection gives way to frustration; male companionship feels easier, while criticism prompts defensive self-justification.