Neglecting boyfriend?

Even though Ash may sound like the better man, it would hurt your boyfriend if you broke up with him and got with Ash. I'm sure your boyfriend loves you with all his heart, but just can't find the time to say it. Maybe after he gets home from work he's just tired and wants to go to bed. If you don't want to be with Ash, you could tell him that you appreciate his flattery over you, but you don't want to hurt your boyfriend by getting with him. If Ash was really the better man then he'd understand and accept just being friends. Good luck!