Just wait a little while yet before attempting to touch him. You want to gain his trust pretty well first. Just sitting there talking to him but doing nothing will let him understand you aren’t out to hurt him.
Once he’s comfortable, he’s less likely to swat at you. He’ll just run off a little ways but he’ll come back.
You can do it and I can’t wait to hear you have a new best buddy. :-)
I sure hope it works with this one!
How is Tatiana doing after her puny days? Hope she’s better!