You are getting older

Ayo: Why don’t you want to settle down? You’re getting older.

Adams: My past experiences killed my interest in Nigerian women. I work hard, I’m not into fraud, and I don’t depend on a woman for anything. I can handle myself. I used to think I needed companionship, but the stress isn’t worth it. I provide, you stay in my house, I pay every bill, and I still get headache and comparison like I’m not enough.

Ayo: You just have to try. You can’t let the bad ones make you believe all women are the same.

Adams: It’s not about “bad ones.” It’s the pattern. Entitlement, zero accountability, constant demands. I’m not doing father-figure duties for a grown adult.

Ayo: Not every woman is like that. You’re generalizing based on your circle.

Adams: I’ve met enough to see the trend. Same script, different faces. I don’t have the energy to repeat the cycle again.

Ayo: So what’s your plan? Stay single forever?

Adams: If that’s what keeps my peace, yes. Peace is expensive, and I’m not trading it for drama packaged as love.

Ayo: You realize you might be blocking good women too? Some people actually bring value.

Adams: Maybe. But until I see consistency, not sweet words, I’m not investing anything. I’d rather be alone than be drained.

Ayo: Sounds like you’ve shut the door completely.

Adams: Not shut — just locked. If someone serious shows up, fine. But I’m not opening the door just because people think my age is running.

Ayo: Fair. But don’t let your past turn you into someone bitter.

Adams: I’m not bitter. I’m realistic. There’s a difference.