Prash, I honestly don’t think of him as sadistic.  I think he’s just absolutely clueless (I’ve told him that many times) and I wonder whether he understands basic human emotions at time, though.  He sometimes thinks he can do no wrong (maybe slightly narcissistic).

Respect… Such an important notion, though, and I don’t think I’m getting any.  His focus and his mind are clearly on this girl right now. I don’t know what hold she’s managed to create on him so fast, especially since they’ve only talked on the phone, and for a whole week.  But I’m clearly not a concern.  I think I need to admit there’s probably a bit of jealousy.  I’m a little disappointed in myself for that.

Staying away and cutting personal contact is probably the wisest path to take.