A guy who likes a girl who likes a guy

Why can't relationships be easy?? I have learned some interesting facts about guys. First they are fragile and really go through pain in breakups but they are also persistent when it comes to getting a girl. I also learned they are oblivious. The guy I like has NO idea I like him, yet the rest of the word sees how obvious it is. Then this kid likes me, but I don't like him. I don't want to break his heart, so I pulled the "just friends" on him. He is persistent in winning me over. I was watching friendzone and got inspired. Maybe, I should just tell him the truth. If he is my true friend, he will understand. We all need to take risks in life. I need to get out of the friendzone. I am going to tell him the truth and hope for the best!