I was at the gym using a machine when a girl came up and used the one right next to me. We ended up having a 20-minute conversation that felt very casual but engaging. She asked me questions about my fitness goals and dieting, and I asked her about her job, getting to know her a bit more. We were laughing, and it definitely felt like there was mutual attraction. She was easily one of the most attractive people in the gym.

As we kept talking during cardio, I was being playful and flirtatious. Eventually, I asked her out for dinner. She told me that she’s already seeing another guy from the gym, which caught me off guard. I asked how many dates they’d been on, and she said just one. So, I pressed a little further, asking what was going on between them, but she didn’t give me her number.

Now, I’m unsure how to interpret this. Was it a rejection? It felt like she was attracted to me, but she didn’t let things progress. Do you think she might have been playing hard to get, testing me, or maybe something else? I’m new to this type of flirting and would appreciate your thoughts.

Also, next time I see her at the gym, how should I approach things? Should I act casual and keep the conversation light, or try to flirt again to see if the dynamic has shifted?