In a world where options abound, especially when it comes to dating, one might think the choice between a crisp $100 bill and a night out with some random stranger would lead to a decisive answer. But, as recent footage from a lively street exchange demonstrates, sometimes the allure of romance trumps cold, hard cash—even if that romance is a bit more on the “awkwardly charming” side than “Gatsby-esque luxury.”

Let’s set the scene. A playful yet seemingly nonsensical dialogue unfolds where an unassuming fellow proposes a rather life-altering question: would you prefer a cool Benjamin or would you fancy a night out with him? The answer, surprisingly, leans towards the latter. This opens up a floodgate of hilarities as our romantic hero proceeds to diss the options available for their date. Apparently, Netflix and chill have fallen out of favor, and engaging in something as mundane as watching a movie is like inviting a vegetarian to a barbecue—nobody really wants to think about it.

As the conversation deteriorates into a series of odd exchanges about proper walking shoes and the rigid preference for boots, one can’t help but chuckle. Here we have someone who’d rather forego a delightful evening for a pair of sturdy shoes. It’s almost as if this gentleman is auditioning for the next great philosophical debate on contemporary courtship: Is the prospect of shoe shopping actually more appealing than a spontaneous rendezvous? Put me down for reality TV here, please.

But wait! Just as the dialogue spirals into what can only be described as jest, the character joyfully decides he would rather skip the chilly date and rush home because he wants to catch the rugby game on TV. Some people say love is a game; it seems one gentleman knows exactly which game he’s playing, and it isn’t the one on a date with a stranger. Instead, he opts for the sheer ecstasy of the sporting event; because who could pass up a good rugby match in favor of an evening of chit-chat and nerves?

In a sense, this exchange highlights the absurdity of modern dating culture. When you’re standing at a crossroads between a two-hour commitment to learn about someone’s favorite color or the promise of a hundred bucks, the best response may very well be to prioritize your own interests—or in this case, avoiding what could be an extremely awkward experience. Let’s face it; it might even warrant its own episode on a failed dating show.

So, as we venture into the uncertain waters of young love, here’s a thought: taking the cash may just gift one with the chance to buy those stylish boots—because who knows when a spontaneous “date” could come knocking at your door—and let’s be honest, they’ll keep you warm whilst waiting for a better option. In the end, while love may be blind, it certainly seems that the folks in this clip preferred to keep their eyes wide open for sports rather than squirming on a date that could have been better off without boots, chips, or any cold romance at all!