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Found out today that I’m the other woman

121 replies

WhatdoIsaytohim11 · 31/07/2021 02:33

Dated a man for 5 years and we split a year ago. We’ve been in contact regularly since and have been meeting up and having sex, more so this last month. He told me I’m the only one. Told me he loves me while having sex. But due to work commitments, can only see me once a week.
I suspected he was seeing somebody else but he promised he wasn’t and I stupidly believed him.
Fast forward to this week and he tells me he is away for work. Messaging regularly during the day. Text sex etc but he is unable to chat on the phone. Blames working hours.
I find out today he has been away on a different city with a girlfriend as she put a photo of them together on Facebook.
I messaged her to explain and turns out they were driving back from their week away with their two kids (one hers, one his).
She told him when they got back.
He’s messaged me several times saying I’ve ruined his life and I hope I’m happy breaking the hearts of two kids. And he thinks my parents would be disgusted in my behaviour (they both died 3 years ago and one 3 months ago).
The girlfriend has asked lots of questions and is lovely. She said he is a good liar.
He had said in a message that “you haven’t heard the last of this” and “I have no idea why you are doing this. You have no idea what you have done”
I can’t sleep. Pretty much still grieving the death of my dad in May. Don’t really have anybody to tell or for support. Just felt that I needed to tell somebody if that makes sense.
Any advice?

OP posts:
spanishlinnet · 31/07/2021 13:38

@WhatdoIsaytohim11

I’ve blocked him on everything. He emailed me an hour ago to say “you win” and that “youve stitched me up”. I felt like I haven’t won at all. There’s no winners in this. Two heartbroken kids and two women both hurting in different ways over a man they both thought was truthful to them. I replied to say if he comes to my house; I will be ringing the Police and i have nothing else to say at all. I’m going to the cemetery today I think. Thanks for all the comments :)
That's awful OP. You did nothing wrong. Hope you stay positive.
Goodallsfolly · 31/07/2021 13:39

I’m glad it’s all come out, as I suspected things and I probably would have never ended it as I have been at such a low ebb… even a few hours together once a week was acceptable to me. And that’s ridiculous x

You deserve so much better op. Flowers. You now know what to do in your next relationship. Try not to give this duplicitous toad another thought. You have done the other woman a huge favour.

YoungGun95 · 31/07/2021 13:42

What does he mean your parents would be disgusted? Lol. The only person who has done anything disgusting is him. You were under the illusion he was single so you have done nothing wrong. And good on you for telling his girlfriend, she deserves to know so she can move on from the awful cheating liar! Stay strong OP Xx

TwinsandTrifle · 31/07/2021 13:42

I have been at such a low ebb… even a few hours together once a week was acceptable to me.

And he recognised that and exploited that. What a horrible bastard.

And alongside this, he was stringing along a set up with two children involved. This hero knows no bounds.

OP. Get yourself a glass of bubbly tonight, and raise a glass to your parents, who would be so proud of you, for knowing you deserve better and taking the first step to the rest of your life. You've been dealing with grief, while someone has been lying and gaslighting to your face. You're one hell of woman for that alone.

What's next? Spa day? Box set? Dinner with friends? Holiday? Walk to the beach? New book? Hair and nails? A weekend of laying in the bath with some great music on? Shopping? Bit of DIY? It's whatever you want OP. World's your oyster Flowers

MzHz · 31/07/2021 13:58

Heartbroken kids my arse!

if anything it’ll teach them NOT to be a lying scumbag.

Honeyroar · 31/07/2021 13:59

How dare he try and blame you! The lying, cheating scumbag. He’s shattered everyone around him just because he couldn’t keep it in his pants or be faithful. He’s an idiot.

You’ve done everything right in what you’ve said and done. Hold your head up and be proud of yourself.

Viviennemary · 31/07/2021 14:01

She is the other woman then. If you've been going out with him longer. And he isn't married to her.

BettyFilous · 31/07/2021 14:02

You also saved another woman for wasting years of her life on him too. He was actively lying to both her and you.

^ This. Same for her child. Better for him to pass through their life now than become a beloved stepdad and then find out he’s a scumbag when they are older.

NeedNewKnees · 31/07/2021 14:09

Flowers to you, OP.

You’ve been courageous, and have saved yourself and another woman (and her child) from months or years of a deceitful relationship. Your parents would be proud of you. Hell, I’m a stranger on MN and I’m proud of you.

This gaslighting DARVO slimeball blames you because he’s too selfish and entitled to blame himself. It’s not you who cheated on anyone and lied.

Have Wine and a takeaway and watch a soppy film. Look after yourself

Chloemol · 31/07/2021 14:25

I would have just texted back No YOUR actions are the cause of upsetting two children. Then block

But obvs that’s too late now

Just be thankful you have had a lucky escape

OliveToboogie · 31/07/2021 15:13

Sorry for your loss. He is a piece of work. He has ruined his own life being a slimy, two timing toad. Block and move on. Don't entertain his pathetic nonsense. You are worth more than this.

SixesAndEights · 31/07/2021 15:21

Well done for contacting her OP. I always feel sorry for the women who aren't told and continue in their relationship oblivious that it's built on lies.

Flowers
BlueSurfer · 31/07/2021 15:24

I’m so sorry. Flowers None of this is your fault.

Take your time your grieve your dad. Three months is nothing and that was such a low blow by him. Completely uncalled for.

66babe · 31/07/2021 15:37

What an absolute prick
Good on you for not accepting this shit and being respectful but honest with OW
Move on lovely , better men than that out there
Thank fuck you found out before you waste another single minute on his wankstain ass

theemperorhasnoclothes · 31/07/2021 15:44

@BettyFilous

You also saved another woman for wasting years of her life on him too. He was actively lying to both her and you.

^ This. Same for her child. Better for him to pass through their life now than become a beloved stepdad and then find out he’s a scumbag when they are older.

Yep this, you've saved a child and a woman from untold heartache.

You've absolutely done the right thing and you're well rid of him.

You're a good person, he's not.

ActonSquirrel · 31/07/2021 15:47

Block them all. They deserve each other Flowers

BitterTits · 31/07/2021 15:51

He's got a fucking nerve blaming you and bringing your late parents into it. I actually think there are consent issues here as well. You wouldn't have been having sex with him, had you known he was in a relationship.

RoseRedRoseBlue · 31/07/2021 15:55

This bloke is a prize wanker and you are far too good for him. Any more nonsense make sure you mention that your next stop will be at the Police Station.

Anonapuss · 31/07/2021 15:56

Oh man, im literally watching this exact scenario unfold with my neighbours.
He's shagging his ex who he has a child with, and his new gf of 2 years, with them staying over alternate nights... i feel bad for both the women involved.

Having had much time to ponder a similar scenario, its all his fault. He is a lying cheating shit who took advantage of your vulnerability.

Keep your chin up and dont look back!

acolderwar · 31/07/2021 16:04

The fact that he's been having a full blown affair and leading a double life and is now speaking to you like you're in trouble is incomprehensible. What does he actually think your response should have been?! Does he really think you're quaking in your boots wondering what 'the last of this' will be? Is he going to call 101? The comment about your parents are another level.

omgthepain · 31/07/2021 16:10

@WhatdoIsaytohim11

I'm sorry you are going thru this but realistically anyone who can only spare 1 day a week and only wants to meet for sex has an alternative agenda.

Don't waste anymore time
Block numbers, social media

Draw a line under it and move forward

I know it's upsetting I've had it happen myself when I was younger but I know you won't feel like it now but you'll look back and realise you've had a lucky escape

5togo · 31/07/2021 16:13

I hope she doesn’t take him back.

Windmillwhirl · 31/07/2021 16:14

Don't allow yourself tovtaje any blame. It is all on him. What a piece of work he is. He deserves to lose you both. You did nothing wrong and it's good she knows the truth. He is scared that people have and will see him for what he did

Windmillwhirl · 31/07/2021 16:14

See him for what he is*

LobotomisedIceSkatingFan · 31/07/2021 16:47

Definitely keep him blocked. I'm afraid I fear she may forgive him, and you're not going to want to see that.