Yes. It's heartless. Emotional investment is something that both must hold no reservations over if things are to work.
But I have experienced this kind of a situation. In all sincerity I need to ask our friend if he was at all manipulative or abusive towards the woman who left him. If he was good to her with all of his heart, then there is no justification for her behavior.
Several years ago I walked out of a relationship because a dear friend of mine pulled me far enough away from it to see the manipulation that was everywhere. I could not see it myself. He helped me piece back together my life and a few months later we were more than friends.
I don't see her actions as noble as mine were, honestly. The fact that you are so confused over this happening is enough to convince me that you are a good man.
Pick up the pieces and start again. I wish you the best.
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