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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
Lifestyle
Natalie Murray

The moment I knew: crying over my ex, he comforted me without jealousy or judgment

Two photos of Natalie Murray and partner Brent.
‘We talked so much our jaws ached. I still couldn’t quite tear my eyes off him’ … Natalie Murray and her partner Brent Composite: Guardian Australia

“There’s something I need to tell you,” said my new boyfriend, Brent. We were sitting on his leafy balcony in Sydney. His expression was grave, his skin pale – nothing like his usual relaxed, smiley self. He’d been hiding something from me and he’d finally decided to confess.

My thoughts raced. He’s married. He has a kid. He’s moving to a small island in the South Pacific.

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