Is he using me? Or might he actually like me?

So this guy has been talking to my friend for months (they are just friends). When he first met me (like the first night) he made it clear he didn't want a relationship with anyone. That was awhile ago.

About a month ago (some time after we met) he started texting my friend telling her how pretty and cool he thought I was. He said he hoped I would hang out with him again, and he didn't even expect sex. He said no sex because he knew it would hurt me and I wouldn't enjoy him asking. This shows me he probably cares.

1. He told her I'm beautiful

2. He told her he wants to hang with me because I'm cool

3. He asks her to decode things I text him for him :)

4. He talks about he next time I visit...

5. He said he is wicked excited to spend time with me and the crew again

Okay, does it seem like this guy likes me? Is it possible he could have changed his mind about not wanting a girlfriend before, and has now met and likes me, and might want something now after all? Or is this not possible? Thanks.

We are never alone. :P