Is this a good way to talk to a guy? What would you think if someone said this to you?

[Anonymous]

I wanna talk to a guy at the gym that I've been crushing on. Im too scared to be upfront with him , but I do think he's also interested in me. I can't figure out how to approach him but I thought of one way that I need a guys opinion on. there's a middle aged creepy guy who talks to me for 30/40m during my workout and my gym crush sees it but I get super annoyed of that guy. I wanted to go upto my crush next time and say “Can I pretend im talking to you until that guy leaves this section? “ I thought maybe hed feel as if I trust him / he can protect me. then i could add “ He won't come up to me if Im talking to the biggest guy in the gym” or something? I don't know how it would go but if a girl said that what would you think?

[runnerboy]

I think you have the perfect solution. Go for it. Or ask him something about working out and exercise to get things going

[Asker]

Do you have anything in mind? Thing is I actually sort of know him from the past (he's my exs brother) and im sure my ex told him im manipulative so I dont wanna come off too strong. But he has me on instagram and looks at me in the gym so im guessing he could be interested?

[runnerboy]

Are u comfortable asking him out for a cup of coffee or maybe go for a walk with him after the gym?

[Asker]

Its too scary😭😭😭 I need an excuse

[runnerboy]

It should not be scary. Maybe compliment him on something. his hair, some workout clothing. Ask him what his favorite cardio machine is at the gym and why... you have to try or nothing will happen.

[Asker]

Yes you’re right!! It wouldn't be scary but he's my ex’s brother so it is