I asked her why she went back this guy after she told me not to worry about him previously when they started talking through work. According to her, he was easy, he (the attention) was readily accessible.

But I just don’t buy it.

She said she did it to keep her options open because she was insecure about my love for her and how attractive I was. She didn’t think I would want to be with her long term. But when I asked her how does this guy hold up as a potential romantic interest, she said he’s trash, in that she would never go for a guy like him. I even asked would you go to him after the breakup and she said no.

So why do partners entertain attention from others during a relationship who normally wouldn’t even live up to their standards when they’re single?