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Faced with the raw truth, the husband experienced a diverse mix of emotions. Initially numb, he grappled with disbelief and heartache. After contemplating the revelations, he confronted his wife, who responded with shock and downplayed the seriousness of her statements, labeling them as harmless venting.
However, her reassurances felt hollow. It became apparent that this wasn’t merely a slip of the tongue; it was a reflection of how she viewed him. He was not cherished as a romantic partner but rather positioned as a fallback option when her initial romantic aspirations faltered.