Can Men and Women Truly Be Just Friends Without Romance?

I genuinely enjoy being friends with guys and listening to their gists. I often find their company more relaxed than conversations about hair, makeup, and other things I consider superficial. When a guy asks for my number, I am open to friendship. I can even pay for our hangouts myself, and I make it clear that I do not expect anything romantic. I am also fine if he is dating someone else, as long as we remain good friends. But once I say I only want friendship, many of them begin to avoid me and stop taking my calls. It makes me wonder: can a guy and a girl truly be close friends without romance becoming an issue? I simply want genuine friendship and someone to keep me company.

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