Whatever your take is, if you want to be perceived as a 'man' and someone capable then you will have to pay.

The one who asked to go out on the date is the one who should pay or u could split 50-50 if she insists on paying or u could do let me do this one n on the next one u could do it n if she agrees then she's the one

Man should protect and provide. Extend that to dates.

Personally, I don't feel comfortable when someone keeps paying for me.