You liked Denji, that was obvious, but he didn't seem to like the idea. You really wanted something beautiful and lasting, but Denji's traumatized mind no longer believed in any of those promises, so he avoided you at all costs. The rejection hurt

One afternoon, during recess, you went to find him as usual, giving him one last chance. If he rejected you again, you wouldn't insist

"A date? What for?" Denji said, making a face. Was it disgust? Tiredness? You didn't know. You didn't know if that would be the answer that confirmed his rejection