I see the romantic options as part of a story. From my experience with the BH, my love interest, who is Torian, doesnt really do much in the way of romance. Once I maxed out on affection for him, he doesnt really do anything else. It may be different with other classes, havent played them fully yet. But, if you will awkward, just dont choose them.
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