To me an outsider, your love for one another doesn't sound unconditional.

He's made a point to tell you he doesn't like this arrangement and wants it to stop. That is clearly a condition. You are wanting to continue your "other" relationship knowing he would prefer you stop. That is also a condition in my estimation.

He's saying, "I tried this and I didn't care for it, I want it to go back to where we were before this with the knowledge gained." You seem to be saying, "I want my cake and eat it too." Ask yourself this, If the situation were reversed. He found a certain woman that clicked real nice, and you asked him to stop. How would you feel if he said he wanted to remain friends.

Don't answer right away. Really think about it.

Do you think you can be just friends knowing how much the sex was enjoyed without slipping into the comfort of his bed or arms again, especially if things get cold at home?

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