It's a good observation. Not many see it but the basic way of life is not that men pick women up, women allow men to pick them up (in other words it's the woman that makes the choice, and is in control).
Just look anywhere in nature. The female of whatever species will only allow the male to mate with her when she is ready, and only if he is the one she chooses. Exactly the same thing happens in the pub (the male ego won't allow him to see that, but just look at the pattern of behaviour.
Male approaches with something to offer, a drink, a laugh, a show of strength... and the woman more often than not makes a decision... yes... or no. Women control the show - never ever be confused about that.
Which in turn explains what you saw. If you had put that offer out there'd be PM's flying, huge flirtation online as all the boys lined up with their various offers...
... sixpack... good looking chap that he is... barley drew comment.
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