A data analyst named Toby and a civil servant named Liam, both 29 years old, were set up on a blind date by The Update Desk, a British online news publication. While the pair found common ground in discussing their interests and shared a lively conversation, they ultimately determined there was no romantic connection between them.
Toby went into the date with an open mind, hoping to simply enjoy the experience without any expectations. He noted that Liam seemed somewhat shy at first, but the two were able to engage in a wide-ranging discussion, covering topics from favorite films and music to the introspective capacity of queer men. However, Toby found Liam’s reference to the “six seven” meme to be an awkward moment, as they were two generations too old for it.
Despite the occasional hiccup, the pair displayed good table manners as they enthusiastically devoured the delicious food. Toby was particularly impressed by the way Liam spoke about his friends, noting that they clearly meant a lot to him.
On the flip side, Liam had hoped to make a memorable impression as a “marmalade dropper” in the Saturday Guardian. While he enjoyed the philosophical questions Toby posed, such as “Shag, marry or kill pasta, rice and bread?”, he couldn’t help but wonder if Toby was intentionally moderating or self-censoring his behavior to aim for a higher score.
Ultimately, both Toby and Liam agreed that there was a lack of romantic spark between them. Liam described Toby as “zesty, cute, and chatty,” while Toby found Liam to be “attentive, kind, and Scottish.” They parted ways without a kiss, with Liam suggesting they could potentially meet up again for a run and a coffee, but not in a romantic capacity.
Despite the lack of a love connection, both participants seemed to have enjoyed the overall experience, with Liam giving the date a solid 7 out of 10 and Toby stating that he doesn’t know how to translate his feelings into a numerical score, but that he had a good time.
