I think the positives of the story is that we hear HIS inner thoughts as much as we hear hers, and most harlequin stories only focus on the perspective of the girl. In this way we understand the story much more fully, at least that is my humble opinion. Another plus, the guy is not a jerk, he realizes he has feelings for her and he confesses right away without twisting his feelings, hers or the situation itself. His shock and hurt seemed very genuine and natural. Perhaps not justified but his pain is understandable. Also, he didn't suddenly decide not to carry out his plan anymore, it was a slowly-arrived transition.
I think the positives of the story is that we hear HIS inner thoughts as much as we hear hers, and most harlequin stories only focus on the perspective of the girl. In this way we understand the story much more fully, at least that is my humble opinion. Another plus, the guy is not a jerk, he realizes he has feelings for her and he confesses right away without twisting his feelings, hers or the situation itself. His shock and hurt seemed very genuine and natural. Perhaps not justified but his pain is understandable. Also, he didn't suddenly decide not to carry out his plan anymore, it was a slowly-arrived transition.