Miss Mo Goes Dating
I don't understand why guys in Singapore would sms me to ask whether I'm free for a chat? If they want to call, then just call and if I don't have the time, I'd let them know.
I think if I'm nasty enough, I would reply their sms by saying 'No, I don't have time to chat with you but I have time to reply this sms.' Kekekeke!
I think it has to do with the whole SMS culture. Anything sms first. To me, it sounds like a prelude to a "date via telephone" without a potential rejection by you. The sms is more detached and not so hurtful than you saying "No, I am not free to talk to you now" on the phone.