Rosemarie4 Posted April 10, 2021 Share Posted April 10, 2021 (edited) So I've been going to this guy for my tattoo (multiple sessions are required, it's about halfway done now) and I ended up developing a crush on him. But he's been taking a break with another girl since December (long term relationship). He refers to her as his "ex or whatever" so that's a road block. The other road block is the fact that he's my tattoo artist, so the extra attention he pays to me confuses me - I don't know if it's him being nice/professional or if he's flirting/is interested. This "extra attention" happened over a few sessions. He's asked if I was dating anyone right after telling me that he and his ex broke up. Then paying for my ride home. The next session he got me food, took money off the total cost, and paid for my ride again. The most recent session he gave me a lot of compliments like saying my hair is pretty (he said my hair each time he saw me, even im different styles); saying that I was smart, wise, and had my s*** together etc... Then he got us food again and we ate it together outside the shop away from everyone else until my ride got there. He'd do all that and in between these things talk about how his "ex" and how they were talking about something similar yesterday. I don't know if he's just being a nice guy, a professional, or if he's interested. I'm confused to say the least. What do you guys make of the situation and what would you do if you were on my situation? Edited April 10, 2021 by Rosemarie4 Link to post Share on other sites
trident_2020 Posted April 10, 2021 Share Posted April 10, 2021 At best you'll be a rebound at worst you'll get involved and he'll go back to her. He's got unfinished business with her. 4 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Wiseman2 Posted April 10, 2021 Share Posted April 10, 2021 He's looking to cheat on his "ex". He seems a bit sleazy if he hits on customers this way (you're not the first he told the "ex whatever" story to) . Step way back. Find single guys to date and don't accept favors. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
ExpatInItaly Posted April 11, 2021 Share Posted April 11, 2021 (edited) He's rebounding. If he weren't still mentioning her, I might have a different take. But he is, which indicates he's still emotionally-attached and misses her. Their relationship isn't over. For all you know, what he's doing right now with you could be the very reason they're on a "break." You would be best not to get involved. Edited April 11, 2021 by ExpatInItaly 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Fletch Lives Posted April 11, 2021 Share Posted April 11, 2021 Simply talking about an ex does not mean he's on the rebound. But if he were throwing the ex under the bus - probably. I guess you'll know if he likes you if he asks for a date. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Stupidkupid Posted April 11, 2021 Share Posted April 11, 2021 (edited) I think maybe its just me but alarm bells ref paying for stuff for you while you're a customer and on each occasion. But this really could just be me. For me it a) feels like hes trying to buy you and b) this maybe worked for him before... Edited April 11, 2021 by Stupidkupid 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Xerad Posted April 18, 2021 Share Posted April 18, 2021 Personally I think he's just stringing you along for whatever he can get, BUT... please play along until the tattoo is completed. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
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