It's not about if I'm "good enough," it's about if she's bored enough! This is totally gatekeeping. [ ????? ] Look, you can put your hat in the ring, too, no one's gonna stop you. Come compete for her favor. If I get shot down, I'll wingman you by making you look better in comparison.

[ Truly a high honor to bestow. Clearly the real issue here. He would literally not even have to try to make her look like a better prospect. ]