I think going on a date would be a good way to test the water. Even if you don't call it an actual date, go somewhere with him and pretend to yourself. If you like how it feels, consider actually telling him.
Or you can even ask him straight-up? You could say that you don't know if you like him or not but it scares you to think of the future. I w...... reply
Romanticizing rape is really bad imo too.. I don't think it's okay even in fiction, since it can lead to people getting the wrong idea. I wish it was looked down upon more and treated less like a good scene or something solely for the sexual content. It's really gross;;; reply
did ending friendships
