I went on a date today. This was the 3rd date (over a period of 2 weeks). It was going well. Nice guy, clever and polite. Each time we went to a very nice place and had a nice chat over drink / food. In between he called / texted and said he was looking forward to seeing me. It appeared that we were looking for the same thing - to find a partner to marry and start a family. We both value the same things and both educated to the same level. We work in similar fields. He has a good job with good income.

Well - we went to this bar/restaurant with live latino band. The place was great. Had nice chat over a drink and he wanted to dance but I did not feel like it. Anyway - at around 11pm I went to the ladies. When I came back he was not there. Our 2 drinks were on the table but he was no where to be found. I was kind of shocked and surprised. I thought that if he went to the toilet its wierd that he did not wait till I was back before he went, especially leaving the 2 drinks on the table like that... Anyway - I waited 15 mins, asked the couple who sat next to us if they had seen him - no they did not. I went upstairs (as did not have reception down stairs where we were sitting) and phoned him. No answer. I went down stairs and waited another 10 mins and left the place. This is in the middle of London - very busy and people drinking everywhere, middle of the night. I could not believe he had just left me there... When I called from the street he said that something really bad has happened and he cannot talk and he will call me in 2 minutes. I was so angry. I said 'dont bother' and put the phone down, walking to the station. I then got a text from him saying 'my friend has had an accident!!! On way to gospital!'

Well - I am still shocked how he just left me there. I find it unbelievable. It feels like he did a runner... And that text - as if that is true... and if it is - why couldn't he talk when I called... and why not wait till I am back from the ladies and tell me he has to go or leave a msg with the waitress or with the couple sitting next to us. It all just looks so bad. I guess I should be thankful as it is a lucky escape but I am just so shocked that had to share this with you guys. Especially because things were going well. Just 20 mins before I went to the ladies he was talking about going out for dinner next time we meet, and asking me what to buy his sister for her birthday. I dont get it. And I am so angry!