Anytime you put your true self out there, it's a risk....and you are to be admired for having the courage to do it....but this man does seem wishy washy...and I suspect that he might even enjoy causing conflict with your other friend (feeds his insecure ego)....I agree...Caution needs to be exercised here....but absolutely don't feel any shame or regret for revealing your emotions....that takes true guts.....tc, grace