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Everyone's saying how MC shouldn't have run away or asking if he really faked having sex with that rapist--but maybe because you haven't experienced fear at that level or something similar, you can't relate. You don't act rationally when you're afraid.
MC chose to pretend to enjoy sex with the rapist because he couldn't control what was going on whatsoever. He was frightened out of his wits and he thought if he initiated something else, at least he could save himself and control the narrative somewhat.
As for MC choosing to runaway, I also think it makes sense. Although I'm not surprised people are frustrated. Like I said, people don't act rationally when they're scared. MC can't control how the ML/LI reacts so he does the only thing he has control over--runaway. He's afraid of being victim blamed for the sex/rape thing--which is a very real concern!!!