Oh Rolan that is heartbreaking. I'm so sorry for you. This is someone that you have really liked for some time now so this is somewhat of a bombshell. I believe you have all good intentions with this girl which are honorable and you most definitely do not come across at all as wanting "to get in her pants". I completely believe you.

The hard part is having to decide if you can hang out with her as just friends when you've cared deeply for her for a while.

I hope that you are able to make a decision that benefits you in the long run.