Either way, it's an uncomfortable situation for you that you don't have to deal with. It sucks bc you were catching feels though, I can definitely relate to the let down.

I'm not positive she wasn't not telling the truth tbh, at least from what I'm reading. Yeah the profile picture is a lie for sure, however I'm not sure about the rest of it, but follow your gut.

In my early 20s, I dated someone who kept messaging me from different numbers after we broke up, often pretending to be someone else. He even messaged my study abroad group, my dad, people I dated afterwards. I have no idea how he found them since I had him blocked everywhere. Still do.

So she may be telling the truth, using someone else's picture so he couldn't find her. Since she's attractive, maybe she was going to explain the different photos in person as a way to avoid him. Some asshole may be getting in the way of her happiness.

I'm probably projecting on the situation due to my past though.

I wish you all luck in finding love!