His concern very well could be sincere of him. I'd say to not overcomplicate it and explain your feelings and what happened and why to him, communicate clearly, and try trusting him - I know it must be incredibly hard when you're dealing with an abuser in your household. Let things bloom from there. Even if he pushes you away, at least you tried - And won't have to live with your feelings of "What could have been" forever.
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Reply to TIFU I have officially succeeded in scaring off someone I really cared about, and I’m so mad at myself and kicking myself for it. 27 F 27 M by [deleted]
His concern very well could be sincere of him. I'd say to not overcomplicate it and explain your feelings and what happened and why to him, communicate clearly, and try trusting him - I know it must be incredibly hard when you're dealing with an abuser in your household. Let things bloom from there. Even if he pushes you away, at least you tried - And won't have to live with your feelings of "What could have been" forever.