Is it reasonable to wait for someone to become important enough for a relationship but then be at too high risk of losing them in case of refusal?

@SW-User but what in case she'd like me?

@scooogy she'd tell you straight to your face. I don't like people who beat around the bush. Just be fucking honest and stop wasting other people's time

@SW-User and what about the mistake of rushing things?

@scooogy sometimes you have to make that choice...friend or gf/bf. Once youve become close...that step to become more can be amazing. But....if it doesnt work out you can loose a great friend.