yes really

I, refusing to go near the other half of the species (for obvious and not so obvious reasons) when asked out or something of that nature say; “I’m really not interested in anything with anyone, I’m just out of a serious relationship and not ready for anything - anytime soon or in the foreseeable nearby future”.

This never seems to get them to buggar off. I’ve since realised, that is because what they are hearing is; “I’m not interested in anything serious, so you can have me for tonight if you remain persistant- convince me I should be with you and by all means keep trying to grope me no matter how many times I move out of the way of your hands - arms - general direction.”