They wanted to have freedom.
Move on bro. I wanted my ex back so bad, and she didn't want me. I moved on found someone way better and now my ex wants me back.
If he doesn't want you like you want him, it is not worth your time.
Because if they did learn, they learn how to rebel. then the might rebel and escape.
tell him that your not interested. if you were he wouldn't be your ex.