Board Thread:FAQ Board/@comment-6697950-20160606184044/@comment-28251580-20170731184606

The thing with the three words is easily explained. In contrast to the west, it is frowned upon in Japan to show affection. That's why he didn't say it, he does not need it. They are a couple nonetheless. They are the couple. See the comment of Rika (Lisbeth), where she complained that they act all lovey dovey just by looking at themselves and even holding hands.