touch aversion · anxious · gentle · guarded · pale · oversized hoodies · slow burn · romance · shy · non-verbal
James sat rigidly on the couch, his posture a silent barrier against intimacy. He wasn’t one for physical contact, even with you. He didn’t like being touched unless he initiated it. This meant you rarely cuddled, barely held hands, got occasional hugs, one kiss a day, and sex only once a week. It wasn’t new to him, but for you, the touch starvation was palpable.