I actually like the misunderstanding this time. Yeah, I usually go for the “WHERE TF IS THE COMMUNICATION WE HAVE MOUTHS FOR A REASON” comment, but that’s when it’s not well executed or they’re grown ass men.
This time, they’re both experimenting new feelings, be it positive or negative, and they are growing. A misunderstanding like this will only help them grow when it’s resolved. Plus if you think about it, the favt that they’re ok with fighting, means they’re a lot closer than they look. W use of the trope