The pure character is "protected" by being kept away from the world, leading to a complex dynamic of resentment and reliance.
“I know,” he said, not looking up. “But they want to take you to the mountain tomorrow. To the priests. And I… cannot.” possessive pure taboo
The "possessive" element is the driving force. The protagonist typically views their romantic interest not just as a partner, but as something that belongs exclusively to them. Total Control: The pure character is "protected" by being kept