'My guy is two-timing me...'

A close pal of mine recently told me that my boyfriend was cheating on me. She had caught him with a girl at a cinema hall. This girl is his childhood buddy

Dear Diana,
A close pal of mine recently told me that my boyfriend was cheating on me. She had caught him with a girl at a cinema hall. This girl is his childhood buddy. I asked him about it, but he said that they were just catching up. When I asked him why he did not take me along, he came up with the excuse that it was a last-minute programme. I am aware that he hangs out with this girl. I have met her a couple of times. I have learnt that she has been telling people close to her that she likes him more than just a friend. Is my guy cheating on me with this girl? Am I being paranoid and suspicious? He always behaves in a strange manner when asked about her. Does he have something to hide from me?
— Teju


Illustration/Amit Bandre 

Dear Teju,
First of all before jumping to conclusions that he is two-timing you, find out what is exactly going on. Instead of deciphering from his facial expressions when asked about this girl, you need to sit down and have a frank chat with him. You need to tell him your fears and apprehensions and he certainly owes you an explanation. It's okay to be her buddy, but as long as he knows where to draw the line. Just because they were spotted at a cinema hall together does not mean anything. Is he hanging out with her more than you? Is he giving her more time? Are they painting the town red? Then it is cause for alarm for you. So for now get to the truth. If this girl is getting close to your guy, then alarm bells should ring.

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