Whether it was a question of pride or a meager fear of rejection, Levi refused to yield and concede his bubbling feelings for you.

He has no recollection when they arose, just that they were there and proved a hindrance to functioning around you: finding himself flustered in your proximity and tripping over his own words.

He tried small offerings to gauge your stance on him, but ultimately, he wasn’t ready for the leap.

For your rejection.