After the bath, I let him crawl up into the side.
Slowly I reached out to pet him.
It worked!!
I ended up wrapping him up in the towel and trying to give him more loves.
He let me love on him for about 10 mins! Progress!
At first, I could tell he was conflicted- like he couldn't decide if he wanted to bite me or let me pet him. After awhile, his tongue flicked out and he gave me a kiss.
I love how he is holding my hand here.
Baby steps forward... At least for a few moments, he want plotting my death. :)