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The story also highlights a well-known trend: most affairs start at work. The proximity, shared goals, and emotional bonds formed with colleagues increase temptation, especially when secrets are involved. The fact that the cheating took place outside of work hours but involved a coworker who was recently promoted suggests that power dynamics and workplace alliances can lead to moral lapses.
The involvement of an HR executive in such an affair adds another layer of irony, especially considering her role in maintaining workplace conduct. Critics speculate she might be contemplating legal action or a book deal, given her close proximity to the scandal, while some dismiss her as simply a “bad person” not concerned with morality but opportunism.