Completely agree, Chris, while is a bit cute , and annoying at times, just doesn't feel like a good romance option, but, Kane, oh yes. I would love to trade Chris foe Kane.
As for missing some potential romantic options early on, that is om with me, when i first met Kane, instantly fell for his vibe, and it does not feel like i wasted any time. Sometime you meet a potential through a friend or common situation.