I met and spent a lot of time messaging and hanging out irl with a person this.

Its so weird because at one point they really had me and I remarked to them that what I liked about them eas they were always up for it and openminded.

Turns out they were just telling you what you wanted to hear and reflecting your desires back at you while trying to capitalize on new business ideas and have you contribute food/supplies for their gatherings.

Well said. I agree with you.