I don't think there is a contradiction in these claims, particularly considering that the "CEO" is likely a charismatic con artist, as good con artists tend to be.
My first impression was that Royse777 was as much a victim as those waiting for their withdrawal, and I believe he's telling us the truth. I also don't see any contradictions in Royse777's claims, and I must admit there are a few people here on the forum whom I've never met in meatspace, but I consider "friends." Hell, I have workmates whom I've only met in Teams meetings and also am very friendly with, and this is my analogue job. I don't think there's anything wrong with that either, as it is more and more the world we live in.
Keep in mind that most people are very reluctant to neg-trust someone of your reputation, so if you start getting those tags you messed up hugely.
I resemble that remark! I have never had any issues with Royse777 and don't believe he's a scammer in the slightest bit, but I think I explained myself well enough for the rational behind my (now removed) red-tag. Since I had been keeping tabs on this fiasco I've been waiting for an opportunity to revise or remove my tag, I never thought it needed to be permanent. I finally revised my tag yesterday evening before I even saw this thread or read Royse777's post, only because I no longer saw BitLucy as threatening to accumulate more victims.
As for the remaining red-tags, I hope those who've left them will reconsider.