How can I fix this?

[MistakesMade]

Looking for advice from other viewpoints. I won't drip feed so I'm sorry if this is long. I've also posted in AIBU but I'm not getting much response.

I've been dating a girl for roughly around 6 and a half months. Shes amazing, ticks all the boxes and I really think I'm falling for her. The problem is I made a few mistakes in the beginning that she is now fixating on and due to rumours circulating it's only getting worse instead of better.

The issues are that (before current gf) I had a friends with benefits that I stupidly responded to kissing her several times in the early days of my new relationship. I didnt think things were going anywhere with gf but i regretted the kisses and immediately told FWB that i had met someone else. She obviously didnt take this well. There are now rumours circulating that I am using my gf to make fwb jealous and that there is more to our friendship which isn't true.

The girl in question is a friend only and I have made it clear to gf that this will never change, so if she wanted to hang out I wouldn't think twice.

My questions are... am I unreasonable here? And is there anyway I can make gf believe me and make this work? I really like her :(

I think your problem is that you’re keeping your ‘friend’ despite the rumours. Your gf will never feel secure as long as the rumours circulate and your friend is still in your life and you’re still hanging out. If you want your relationship to work I’d end your friendship and tell your gf that she is your priority. But that’s just me 😃

You've made a right mess in all directions. No reasonable person would continue to date you. That is all.

I think your gf should run for the hills

FFS! It appears you always want your cake. First by hedging your bets in the beginning and now by expecting to maintain a friendship with your FWB.

If you really want a relationship with your gf then it’s time to say goodbye to your ‘former’ FWB.

Actions speak louder than words and all you do is talk.

What they said.

If you really think it's serious with your gf, you need to cut all ties with the fwb and make a commitment to your gf.

She deserves better.