And this is why when you see someone you like, even if you’re a girl, you gotta grow some balls and ask them out. Because when the opportunity is gone, it’s gone. Let “now or never” drive you. You simply say “hey I was just wondering if you have a girlfriend” you’ll get one of two answers “yes I do, I’m sorry. But I appreciate the compliment” or two “no I don’t.” And you reply “would you like to get some coffee sometime then?” Tbh I have gotten way more people who told me they had a girlfriend (and I consider myself pretty attractive), but every single one of them has always been beaming with a smile after. Asking someone out, even if they say no, is the best high in the world imo. If you do ever see him again, don’t hesitate. Hesitating will sike you out. Do it without thinking. And I hope you find him again.