Hmmm...on second thought, I think ur right, I mean first impressions do count in my books but ofcourse we shouldn't be falling head over heels just become he was charming the first time. Patience is the key, and ur right about being her friend first, he has to gain her trust, and it will take time.

Seems like u've met nearly all the jerks in Qatar :(
Try to stop being a jerk magnet! I would hate to see u get screwed over many times.