Well, considering how nervous Cove gets when it comes to being near mc in the same bed, it makes complete sense why there wouldn't be any "going further", not at this point in their relationship.
Unless mc is an asshole who would push Cove into doing something he clearly wouldn't be comfortable with yet. But that would turn their relationship into a very toxic one, wouldn't it?
p.s.: I apologize if I come across as rude, that is not my intention.
Have a nice day!