Rian Johnson, Star Wars: The Last Jedi director, says that Rey and Kylo Ren's relationship was romantic.
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Because he died happy. He returned to light when he wasn't sure if it was possible he could - and he was able to give the girl he wanted to love his life (force). She in return was able to gave him a kiss, because she could finally accept him. Ultimately it was more than he was expecting.