My husband discovered my two-year affair with his close friend, and now our marriage is hanging by a thread. I never thought it would come to this. For two years, I lived a double life, convincing myself that I could keep everything separate, that the affair didn’t change how much I loved my husband. But now, the truth is out, and the reality of what I’ve done is hitting me harder than I ever imagined.

The look on his face when he found out—heartbroken, betrayed, and angry—will stay with me forever. It was like watching the man I love break into pieces right in front of me, and knowing that I caused it. His trust is gone, and the bond we shared now feels fragile, like a thread that could snap at any moment.

I regret my actions deeply, but regret alone isn’t enough. I know I’ve caused irreparable damage, not only to our relationship but also to his sense of trust and self-worth. The betrayal is even more painful because it wasn’t just me—it was with someone he considered a close friend. I’ve hurt him in ways I can’t even fully comprehend.

But I don’t want to lose him. I don’t want this to be the end of our story. I want to fight for our marriage, to show him that I’m willing to do whatever it takes to earn his forgiveness and rebuild what we’ve lost. I know it won’t be easy. Trust doesn’t come back overnight, and wounds like this don’t heal quickly. But I’m ready to take every step necessary.

I need to learn how to help him heal while acknowledging his pain. How can I show him that I’m serious about making things right? How do I start to rebuild trust when I’m the one who shattered it? And most importantly, how do I convince him that our marriage is worth saving?