What else was she supposed to do?

“I feel hurt and devastated and even a little betrayed.”

They didn't understand the assignment.

He betrayed her long before the confession.

“I'm pregnant with our second now, and I'm sure I'm hormonal, so missing out on these memories she made might be affecting me more than it normally would…”

You shouldn't have to “earn” the respect of someone who claims they love you.

“I'm not saying he's a bad guy, it's just that I'm not comfortable with my boyfriend having such a close female best friend, especially when I thought I was his best friend.”

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They say betrayal comes from the most trusted person...