He texted "but what do I know"...well, that is exactly right. He doesn't.
And the terminology doesn't matter anyway..is or isn't.....It wasn't working out well between you and he has left.
I hope by building the club up together that your finances aren't effected by this.
And the bottom line is that he has left.
The good news is that you now have the freedom to look for and create the lifestyle that fits you best and meets your needs fairly and with respect for yourself and from whomever you allow in your life.