Originally Posted by ahania
while Halsin clearly has deeper feelings.

Mr. "I've had many lovers, but my heart doesn't stir lightly" will have the same deeper feelings for someone else two weeks after the final battle lol.

Originally Posted by Anska
I am not really sure if Astarion isn't only downplaying Halsin as harmless fun, while dreading he might be more.

Astarion pre-Cazador sees himself as pathetic, worthless, and someone who has nothing to offer apart from extra complications. Break up with him and he'll say he was waiting for it to happen. Not sure he can see anyone as harmless fun, because everyone is a better option than him.