I agree with the messages from MS and Jamie both, your soft close was a little harder than most. As in, a soft close is her agreeing to the general idea and when you suggest drinks, it's more specific with expectations etc. Try the "Don't worry it's not a trick question" line but a couple more things.

• There are better openers to use that will have a higher response rate and get you to the same place (talking about travel etc.) remember you don't want to be generic like all the other dudes. Go for it. Hit her with a "Hey trouble" or something a little more unique.

• Keep your messages shorter, even if she is investing a lot. Don't get me wrong, contribute to the conversation, don't be dry, and always try to match her energy but don't send text after text in paragraph format, like MS said, it ruins some of the mystery and the "chase." Unfortunately, women are often most attracted to having to "earn you" and I don't mean that in a derogatory way by any means, but try to always be the buyer, not the seller. Mindset is key. Hope this helps brother.