She is not interested. It doesn’t matter how old either of you are. Drop it and leave her alone.

You have made several posts about the girl. This is not something you would do if you did not want “to date her now.”

The liberals want children to vote. My boyfriend is twenty years older than I. Why is a man in his twenties dating a 17 year old girl a problem?

What is the age of consent in your country and follow that rule if THAT is your biggest concern

Good luck and also just talk and be friends with he if it blooms then great if not you may still have a friend :)

Man icb leave the girl alone 🤦‍♂
You backed off at 16 because you knew it wasn’t right. Nothings changed: she’s still a minor and you’re still an adult.

Do nothing yet. If it’s meant to happen it will one day even if it’s years down the line. I’ve seen people who I’ve not seen for 8 years or so. People are like busses, three come at once.

It sounds like you're hyper-focused on her age and that you're not interested in her in any way except for the perceived value of being with someone younger than you. I wouldn't date someone I was not at least interested in.

Waiting till she turns 18 might look like grooming be safe and cut her off completely till then!! It not illegal but it is icky

It seems like you are in love with her age... and the age difference. That's not much on which to build a "real" relationship. Best to keep this in your treasure chest of fantasies.

The age gap will still be there no matter what age you are. The real question is the legality of the situation which depends largely upon local and national laws where you live.

Ask her.. is 18 the legal age for consent in your area? If you feel like it’s inappropriate to pursue her then don't

She is still a child

I would move on she’s to young and the gap will always be there

Why don't you just be friends with her until she is 18. There shouldnt be a legal issue if you are not having sex but check your village laws.

If a 26 year old slept with my Teen daughter.... Well, Fun Fact---Castration is only aggravated assault if they live through it.

She’s not an adult. She’s barely experienced life yet. Find someone your own age.

If it feels wrong, don't do it. Trust your instincts, not your hormones.

What country are you from?

Ask her dad the same question

...dude, it's only 9 yrs.

Stop worrying this like a dog with a bone.

Proceed.

If you are asking the 'experts' here for relationship advice, you have bigger problems than an age gap.

"Hello Diddy? One got out"!

Too risky - stay sway

That's a child no?

ask her out immediatelyt before you lose her....small village? africa or eastern europe

17 will get you ten years...lol jailbait

Find someone your age. That’s all I’m gonna say.

Falakata village?

Stay away from the kids