@Katniss @Aster It’s hard to believe that the story could get any weirder, but here goes.
I’d met that guy at a religious service! It was during a time in my life when I was seeking to be more spiritual and trying to find a comfortable place in a religion. I actively and regularly attending faith-based meetings, classes, and services.
So, I’d attended a p.m. religious event, and I talked with the guy over refreshments after the service. He asked me out to go out for a cup of coffee or tea, so that we could continue the evening and get to know each other better.
When he made his “How touching” and “I’m just a cynic” remarks, I knew everything that I needed to know. Can you imagine someone going from sweet prayer to borderline personality disorder snark in less than an hour?