I Overheard My Husband Telling His Friends That I Look Worse than His Ex – The Lesson I Gave Him Is Just Crazy

Newlywed Jane thought she had married the love of her life, but overhearing a conversation between her husband Wayne and his friends shattered her perception. Wayne’s friends laughed about her appearance, and he said, “Well, at least she cooks better than Nicole,” adding that he might reconsider if she lost weight. This revelation left Jane heartbroken.

Jane and Wayne met after his toxic relationship with Nicole, and after two years together, Wayne proposed. “Let’s make it forever, Jane,” he said. But just three weeks into their marriage, Jane discovered Wayne’s shallow nature.

Determined to change her life, Jane decided to transform herself. She hit the gym, ate better, and improved her appearance—not for Wayne, but for herself. Wayne, oblivious, thought she was doing it for him and showered her with gifts.

On their first anniversary, Jane revealed her plan. At a dinner with friends, she announced, “I’m filing for divorce because I don’t want to ever feel downgraded again.” Wayne pleaded, but Jane remained firm, invoking the prenuptial agreement. She had already secured a new apartment and was ready to move on, saying, “You ruined this marriage before you really gave it a chance.”

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