The narrator expresses his initial fear about how living with Rosie would change his relationship with physical contact. He reveals that he typically finds body contact unsettling, which made him anxious about sharing space with her. However, he acknowledges that sexual intimacy provided a solution to this discomfort, allowing for closeness in a way he could manage.

As their relationship develops, he discovers a new comfort level that enables them to hug without any sexual implication. This evolution in their relationship dynamic helps alleviate his concerns about physical proximity, making their interactions more convenient and emotionally fulfilling at times.