We never dated.
I believe I do understand, probably better than a lot of the rabble around here. I have been with my mate for over twenty years, can you say that about yourself?
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We never dated.[That's the truth...they just sort of happened.]I believe I do understand, probably better than a lot of the rabble around here. I have been with my mate for over twenty years, can you say that about yourself?