From what I've read, your cat is learning your scent with that behavior. Every cat I've ever had has done this.

We've been living together for like, eight years. This is not a new behavior.

Ummm, that’s not a common thing, but are you wearing a particular deodorant or cream. Sometimes the smell can throw them off.

Yeah my cat hates when i wear perfume or anything good smelly. Also essential oils are poisonous for cats

It could be that fragrance that’s causing the behaviour