She isn't ready for that step it would seem, but I can't help but wonder if this will put off Kouhei from wanting to engage in the way that he has up to now.
Kaede's well within her rights to move at her own pace, but that incongruent dynamic between them risks tension and friction, if not outright hurt feelings.
And Kouhei, in turn, is within his rights to be upset over it and act accordingly. I don't know if he's going to distance himself, nor do I think that's particularly "right" of him, but.
Big Drama Moment on the way, I guess.