He was no saint but had never cheated on anyone. Well, he and his brothers always cheated when they played cards or Monopoly. It wasn’t a family game until someone cheated, got caught and an argument broke out. The shouting got the attention of their parents who settled it but it was never actually settled since whoever was cheated determined to even the score.
This time, the one who cheated wasn’t one of his brothers. The alleged cheater wasn’t of the male sex. This was beyond the scope of his experience. He opened his laptop and Googled “What to do when someone cheats on you.” He noticed the second option was from a British website about 5 questions to ask if the relationship is worth saving. Keith clicked on it and read through the article. It was a common sense approach and it soothed him. He realized he was no closer to knowing where the relationship stood but believed he now had a game plan. He would speak to her. He would say someone told him what they saw and ask if it was true.
What if she denied it? Should he believe her? Isn’t it natural for a cheater to lie? Oh no, not this again. Oh, the quandaries the human mind can conjure! On their next date he would speak to her. Based on what she says and how she reacts, he would determine his next steps. He hoped she would admit her wrong if she did wrong. He also prayed she would want to continue the relationship. He felt they fit together quite well.
On their date night, they went to her favorite restaurant, Fast Eddies. Sarah smiled throughout the evening. When Keith looked into her eyes, she gazed back at him. He was searching for the clue of her infidelity. She revealed none. There was no way James’ little brother was right. This woman was no cheater. With the openness he saw in her eyes, she could not have done it. He saw no way it could be true.
After dinner, they strolled on the pier, holding hands. They sat on a bench and watched another colorful Florida sunset. Keith tensed as he faced the moment of truth. Would he ask or not? He would.
“I have something I have to ask you.”
Turning to look at him, she asked, “What is it?”
“I was told something kinda disturbing about you. Frankly, I don’t believe it but it is serious enough I feel I have to at least say something.” Sarah looked at him with concern. Keith realized there was no turning back now.
“Someone told me they saw you making out in your car with some guy. Is this true?”
Sarah was struck dumb as her face reddened. Her eyes broke from his and she looked at the wooden pier planks. Her silence continued and Keith wondered if he needed to say something. Finally, in a very quiet voice she replied, “Yes, it is true.”
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