I know this probably *is* manipulation, but I guess I just want confirmation?

20F. Any relationship I’ve ever been in has gone… well… the way relationships with people go. The typical beating and cheating type stuff. Don’t really want to get into it.

I’ve been single for quite a while, and I’ve sworn off relationships for good. Thing is, I’ve been getting really close with someone lately. While I know that’s not the smartest idea they just seem so… harmless. Not asking for nudes, not insulting me, just kind of spending time learning about my interests (and vice versa). Honestly the most suspicious thing he’s even done is offer to take me to dinner (ya know, free meal for him.

I know that there’s some type of ulterior motive behind this because nobody has ever been even remotely this kind to me. Nobody does this for people lmao. He calls me all the time, plays all kinds of games with me, tells me about his family and shit.

What’s the end game here? Is this love bombing? Is there another name for it?