Can shy men show that they like somebody by avoiding them? (Read desc.)?

I don't know if it would be called 'displaying affection', but he is certainly displaying interest in you. Shy guys like him would be more open and affectionate to you if only you were equally as shy. Judging by the tone and integrity of your letter, you are not shy! Honestly, while at first it may be cute that someone is that shy, sooner or later it becomes annoying. Perhaps that's because progress in a relationship is too slow