He chose to tell he likes you, it makes you feel worse. But he chose to cover this story with his girlfriend because she was afraid her anguish. I think you should move away from him!
He chose to love you, it makes you feel worse. But he chose to cover this up with his girlfriend because she was hurt. I think you should have backed away from him.
He chose to say like you, which makes you feel bad. But he chose to cover this up with his girlfriend for fear of hurting her. I think you should stay away from him.