What kind of human being ignores you? Does it cost so much to say: "Sorry but no"?
When you know it would help someone move on why deny it? To get some comfort? Because it's inconvenient? Because some men are afraid of endless discussions?

Your guy feels pressured and it paralyzes him apparently. Maybe pretend you don't notice he's silent and send fun and casual stuff: jokes etc...
It will freak him out that you are happy now. Enjoy life and he may wonder if he made a mistake. Who knows.
If not, you're enjoying life.

You have nothing to lose!