A First Date, A Pricey Bill, and an Unexpected Lifeline

I went on a first date with a girl who insisted we eat at a high-end restaurant, even though I suggested something more casual. Once seated, she barely looked at me and immediately ordered a $25 appetizer, a $45 steak, and a $15 drink. While I asked her questions, she stayed glued to her phone, laughing and taking calls as...

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