[QUOTE=RanManCan;5200603]I should clarify. . .
1. They are asking if their friend is coming as more of a chaperone "for safety reasons", not to participate. . . But still wants them to participate in the convo.
2. I'm being a little hard on myself with "beyond my capability" . . . I've done this just fine in civvy life (meet two women at a bar, take one home). It just seems to me that POTs who insist on bringing a chaperone who does anything more than sit in the car is just too scared to actually be an SB.[/QUOTE]"For safety reasons" is code for "We will waste as much of your money and time as we can. " If an SB is genuinely not comfortable to meet or concerned about safety after transparent communication, especially when including a phone or video chat, then they will simply postpone or cancel the date. These two girls aim to get the most expensive dinner and drinks, probably some shopping and other perks, and lead you on until you finally figure out that it's not going anywhere.
If the SB says her friend is into you as well, and all cues point to genuine interest, then that can translate into a fun evening!