Lots of big logical leaps in the comments. Dunno if they're correct, not gonna judge other people's theories. My take is this; he failed to understand her circumstances and her feelings for him, and was forced to leave for 3 years. Only realizing her love for him with the cut-off pinky after...
Appreciate the chapter! I do want to know just what it is that she likes about him. Not saying he is unlikable, but most of his good points are probably more than skin deep. So I'm sure there's a story to be told.
It's wrong to lie, and the guilt is there, but the situation isn't actually bad. He doesnt want to be with people who know his "professional" side because of the demands and unrealistic expectations it would bring, feeling like he cant just be himself around them. While she is lying, she also is...
I agree, this chapter evolved my opinion a bit. Was not too happy before with the girl's absurd need to touch everyone, especially the sexualization. I'm not against sex or anything, but I've always believed the value of any relationship isn't physical, but emotional. So I'm pleasantly surprised...