The sting of betrayal is sharp. But discovering disloyalty from both a spouse and a best friend? That kind of wound runs deep, echoing through every part of life.
I believed I had it all—a happy marriage with Eric and a close friendship with Claire. We had been inseparable for years, sharing life’s ups and downs, from college days to marriages and even motherhood. Looking back, the signs were there, but I never imagined what was truly happening.
Claire wasn’t envious of my home, lifestyle, or career. She wanted something far more personal—my marriage.
While Eric and I were still close partners, Claire often confided in me about her struggling relationship with Jake. She felt unappreciated, unseen. As a good friend, I reassured her that challenges were normal and encouraged her to work through them. What I didn’t realize was that she had already chosen a different path.
I uncovered the truth by accident.
One evening, I used Eric’s laptop to order clothes for our son. My phone had died, and since his laptop was already logged in, it was a quick fix. But as I was browsing, a notification appeared:
$800 transfer successful – Claire R.
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