Maybe it’s because I’m autistic myself but I see the alyxithimya as a symptom not a cause. The arguments they have are almost textbook to conversation I’ve had before. The inability to lie even if it’s a “white” lie as well is textbook autism. So in that sense I find him to be a realistic and compelling character rather than a red flag. I know intentions matters little when you hurt someone but truth be told it’s a lot easier said than done to be able to perfectly tell what your partner is thinking or feeling all the time. Honestly most of the arguments they have would arise in most healthy neurotypical relationships as well. Anyways just my two cents feel free to downvote.
Maybe it’s because I’m autistic myself but I see the alyxithimya as a symptom not a cause. The arguments they have are almost textbook to conversation I’ve had before. The inability to lie even if it’s a “white” lie as well is textbook autism. So in that sense I find him to be a realistic and compelling character rather than a red flag. I know intentions matters little when you hurt someone but truth be told it’s a lot easier said than done to be able to perfectly tell what your partner is thinking or feeling all the time. Honestly most of the arguments they have would arise in most healthy neurotypical relationships as well. Anyways just my two cents feel free to downvote.