A Dating App Twist Turns Awkward

I matched with a guy on a dating app who seemed vaguely familiar. We hit it off, flirting away, and planned a date. Curious, I checked his socials—and my heart sank. He was my best friend’s husband. Panic set in. Should I ignore it? Ghost him? No, that felt wrong. I decided to come clean. I showed her our DMs, my hands trembling. Her reaction was unexpected. What she did next felt like a slap in the face—she took my hand and smiled softly.

“I’ve been meaning to tell you,” she said. “We’ve been separated for months, but I didn’t know how to bring it up.” Relief washed over me, mixed with guilt for doubting her. She explained they were heading for divorce, and he’d moved out. She wasn’t mad—just glad I was honest. We laughed it off, and she even teased me about my taste in men. Now, we’re planning a girls’ night to move past the drama. Trust and truth saved the day.