When Victoria and I married, I never suspected her monthly business trips. We had been together for seven years, and I noticed she returned from each trip looking sad. Concerned, I asked her about it, but she always dismissed it as the stress of travel.
My suspicion grew, and I hired a private detective. The next day, he called, revealing that Victoria was visiting another man—but not as I feared. Her ex-husband was in a psychiatric hospital after a breakdown before their divorce. She had never told me about him.
When Victoria returned, I confessed my paranoia and shared what I had learned. “I should’ve told you,” she admitted. “I visit him because I feel guilty. I couldn’t save him, and he has no one else.”
“Honey, it’s not your fault,” I reassured her. “You couldn’t have prevented it.”
“I know,” she sighed. “But I can’t help but visit. Sometimes, he even recognizes me.”
“I’m sorry you went through this alone,” I said, hugging her.
The next month, I accompanied her. While Victoria spent time with her ex-husband, I waited outside, offering the support she needed. Our relationship grew stronger as we navigated this challenge together, understanding that love meant being there for each other, no matter what.
Through this, we learned that trust and communication are crucial. Victoria’s past and my doubts brought us closer, reinforcing our bond and showing that support and understanding are the foundations of a strong marriage.
