I've been on the receiving end of such quietly calculating malicious people too. Fortunately not everyone who is either rich or very intelligent is heartless and vindictive. I'm also cautious around people who appear aloof or seem preoccupied with status. Unfortunately, because I wear my heart on my sleeve, by the time I have noticed anyone's aloofness, it is usually a bit late and they have already judged me.

At least there are some people I have been able to make friends with who I can be real with, and not fear underhanded treatment.