I need help

So in 16 and there is this guy and he recently told me he likes but I told him I’m not ready to be in a relationship but I really like him and the only reason I told him I’m not read is because I’m scared he is going to hurt me or play me because all my past relationships have turned out with him cheating on me you know but besides that he responded with he is willing to wait and that he hopes to gain my trust and we’ve been holding hands and talking but today he put his hand on my thigh and tbh I freaked a lil but I was ok with it but idk what his intentions are but honestly I like him so much idk what to da any advice?????