Ok Cartman, I'll give you 80% on what you posted. Until...
Quote: So imagine that you're out with a woman for the second time. On the first date you held hands and kissed, and on this date you're walking around in the mall together.
A mall for the second date? Unless there is a movie showing there or you are younger than 16. The mall is a killer.
Quote: Maybe you were teasing her about her shoes being ugly, and she stops after the tenth joke and asks "Wow, do you really think my shoes are that ugly?"
Teasing once about my shoes, bad idea. Twice, since we are at the mall , you are either buying me new shoes or taking me home. Never tease about appearence.
Bottom line- a girl can like a guy, but if there is zero attraction. It isn't going anywhere and nothing can change that. If there is a little attraction, you might have something to work with.