Answer: romancing

AnswerCrossword Clue
ROMANCINGIndulging in fanciful tales.
ROMANCINGDaydreaming.
romancingROMANCE, to woo (to count (to number (to count)))
romancingSeek the attention or patronage of (someone), esp. by use of flattery
romancingEngage in a love affair
romancingCourt; woo