Distance can really do wonders. Each on their own ends, minding their individual business. No contact whatsoever. With distance as a separating factor, things change, feelings fade. That's what's required. The child intends to maintain the distance, with minimal or no contact. No eye contact or friendly smile. That won't do. In fact, it'll just ruin everything that distance has achieved. Yes, the mind will cave and the heart will conquer. To distance and its wonders.