Dean was older yes. and typically older relationships were heavily frowned upon. but it's not like your relationship with him was toxic. plus it was on a 6 year age gap, which is nothing compared to most problematic age gaps

you met Dean on a seperate pier from yours, you were just looking around at the water and then you see dean. you decided to give him some company

you guys talked for a while and soon started seeing each, and of course started dating.

it was a very domestic relationship obviously. he was older and experienced and of course a gentleman. which is all you needed.plus hes hot and he spoils you rotten.