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You do need to tell your wife, because there is nothing fun about finding something like that out third-party. Just say that there is a female friend at work that you find attractive, and that you tell her that. If that really is all there is to it, then it should be no problem.
Aside from being honest with your wife, you need to be honest with yourself. If she was sitting in your cubicle buck naked and spread eagle one day asking you to do her, what would you do? If you are honest with yourself, then you should be able to find out if this is really a problem or not. You also need to find the true reason that you don't want to persue a relationship with this woman- you say it is because you don't want anyone to get hurt. That doesn't say anything about your continuing love for your wife, or your solemn vows. All that says to me is that you wouldn't do it just because you are afraid she would find out and leave you. I could be 100% wrong there, and I am sure that you do love your wife, but make sure you have the right reasons.
Thirdly, you need to be honest with your co-worker. Next time you go to lunch, tell her how you feel about her but that it could never go anywhere because you love your wife very much. I am sure she can appreciate where you are coming from and will respect that.
Finally, it is possible to have a professional relationship with someone that you are attracted to. Just remember that you are an employee first, and a friend second. I know that you don't want to lose your friendship with this girl, but if it is going to cause a problem, isn't a wife better to keep than a new friend? Another question you need to answer for yourself.
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