A close friend of mine has recently fallen head over heels for a new partner.
They’re both in their mid-thirties, and she has had a rubbish love life for the last five or six years.
They met online and, after just three months, are already talking about marriage.
The tricky bit is I’m not convinced his intentions are honourable
I know that sounds a bit Jane Austen, but my friend is successful, she owns her home, has a solid career, and more than a little financial freedom.
He, on the other hand, is living in a rented room in a shared house and pretty much moved in with her almost immediately.
I don’t think he’s a scammer or anything that extreme, but he does seem to be *very* taken with the perks of her lifestyle, perhaps a little too much.
The house, the car, the potential holidays… I'm not sure he doesn't love those parts more.
The kicker for me was they’re off on their first proper holiday soon, and because she travels for work, she’s booked them business class tickets using her airmiles.
He’s been endlessly giddy about the idea of “turning left” when they board.
He’s mentioned that more than anything about the actual trip or even the time with her.
I know it’s not my business, and I’m not sure there’s any graceful way to bring it up but can one ever say something without it sounding like judgement or jealousy?
Or is the best thing just to stay quiet and be there if and when she needs support?
Let me know if you want it to sound more casual, formal, or with a bit more humor or empathy.
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