Desperately need ya'lls advice!

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You have a snake as a friend in Richard. Alot of people are walking around and what they appear to be is not always who they are. Sometimes they are better and sometimes they are worse than what they appear to be. When you get a chance to see the true character of someone...utilize the opportunity. Richard has shown you what his true colors are...I would suggest running away from him as fast as you can.

I know friendship means different things to different people so keeping that in mind.....what Richard did to you is unforgivable as a friend in my opinion. He acted more like an enemy. He lied to you about the guy being straight...he lied through omission about the two of them dating...he knew you were interested in him and pursued him. These are signs of someone who has no conscience.

The good news...you found out now rather than later. It is up to you but I have found out with experience that when someone does something of this nature..talking to them is pointless....especially if they have no conscience. I would just be polite and remove myself emotionally and physically from his presence.

Good luck dealing with this guy.