i think its because he doesnt know how to bring it up because its such an awkward thing to talk about or whtv so he just keeps pushing it aside, i mean i have experienced it (not the situation, just the feeling)
Because the whole point in him having a partner was a cover up so he can stay off the partner talks with his colleagues. And what perfect way to spice up your romance life even more than having your long time crush misunderstand you and bang you? Two birds with one stone. He’s also trying to figure out what the mls motives are so he’s continuing his act. While the ml is trying to enact revenge on him based on the misunderstanding. Or hilarious, if you asked me.
I hope you understood that through all my slide keyboard typos cause I ain’t doing all that grammar bs
did i missed the whole plot bcs why is he still lying up till now tho? lying for what just pack it up and fuck all day