Totally agree. A long time ago, someone once told me that "contacts aren't contracts" - sure, it's cheesy but it's perfect for this situation. If I were in you

Totally agree. A long time ago, someone once told me that "contacts aren't contracts" - sure, it's cheesy but it's perfect for this situation. If I were in your shoes, I'd plan on going to events and steering clear of your "friend" -- doesn't sound like he had your best interests in mind.