Next outing the mc have to hold his hands or something, even if the mc is reluctant bcus hahah funny bendy sexual orientation, that person over there is actively taking care of you, cleaning your room, washing dishes, putting an apron to cook, and even took one of your selfish requests to peel em apples. At this point logically speaking, even if you hate the idea of the bendy stuff, you should pay it back through actions, that person throughout 21 chapters has been wanting nothing but your care, attention, and company. Inviting him to a nice outing and holding his hand, saying he is cute or something is the least thing you can do.