A woman is growing increasingly uneasy about her marriage after noticing her husband becoming unusually close to a single mother he met through work. What started as harmless help has turned into late-night texting, secretive favors, and emotional reactions whenever she raises concerns. His defensiveness and lack of boundaries have left her feeling sidelined and questioning whether their relationship is still secure.
Conflicted and overwhelmed—especially with children involved—she’s unsure how to move forward. Many commenters pointed out that even if there’s no physical affair, the situation resembles an emotional one and undermines trust. Most agree the core issue is broken boundaries, and that an honest conversation, clear limits, or counseling may be necessary before more damage is done.
