[ A tut comes from him at that, but not one of sympathy. No, no, he'd never insult her with sympathy. His is a tut of annoyance that anyone would allow Ghost to think her only option is to go stag. Unthinkable. ]

As delightful as the mystery of it would be, it's an insult if there is no mystery admirer at the other end.

You said it yourself that you would like a date, no? There is only one way to find out who's taken and who isn't, and I will do all the groundwork for you. Call it an act of gratitude for all this.

Now, tell me what you like in a partner and know that I won't hear any more excuses. And that I'm quite stubborn when it comes to getting my own way.