Romance is THE factor for me in a relationship, I honestly don't see any appeal in being in one that lacks romance.
But relationship for me is something that I would like to have, like someone else might like to have a car. It would be nice, but I want a good one that lasts for a longer time.
And to be honest I've only found one girl so far where the chemistry was ok and with whom flirting was fun. With all the others it felt like walking through a minefield.
A big problem for me is that I hate "leading" something. I am good in a team but I really dislike making decisions and taking actions, things most girls expect from a boy. I also have the feeling that most girls don't understand me and wouldn't make a good partner, and those who would aren't the ones you find in a club at the weekend.