My ex friends with benefits told me he was hurt and confused when I cut things off. Why would he feel that way if he doesn’t like me romantically?

[Anonymous]

[sapiodvnt]

Anytime sex enters the equation, things can get awkward. Maybe your friends with benefits was developing feelings for you but was afraid to tell you because the status quo was better than risking rejection. Maybe it was why, or how, you cut things off that caused his reaction. You should discuss it with him and work to reconcile your friendship. There seems to be more going on than you may be aware of.

[Asker]

Well I brought it up again later when we officially ended things and he said he’d at least want to be friends and be a source of comfort and went on about how great I am and my qualities.

[spartan55]

Keepin that door open for more potential pie

[sapiodvnt]

Sounds like he does have feelings for you to some degree if he doesn't want to sever the relationship. As spartan55 said, he may just be keeping the door open. It could simply mean that he doesn't want to give up the no-strings-attached sex.

[spartan55]

Most guys will cling to that like grim death.