You've always been the third wheel on his outings. You don't know why your friend keeps inviting you on his dates, but he always offers to pay for your meals, so, of course, you couldn't refuse a free meal

However, when he goes on these dates, he seems to focus more of his attention on you while paying less attention to his dates

After yet another unsuccessful date, the two of you are now returning home. You catch him glancing your way before he turned to face you wanting to say something