O. - "I would you were as I would have you be." (III.i.148-149)
Olivia believes that Viola is a man. Viola says she is not what Olivia thinks she is. But I think Olivia means that Viola is not interested in her, and so is saying she wants Viola to love her. Viola is neither a man, nor in love with Olivia, so Olivia is correct in whatever she thinks, if it is either of these ideas.
I am a bit confused by the last sentence of your interpretation of this quote. Some further detailing would be helpful. Also, I do not think that Olivia is completely hopeless in regards to thinking Viola likes her. I believe Olivia still has a ray of hope.
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