I care deeply for my husband, and I know I’m fortunate to have him by my side. He’s the steady, reliable partner who’s been there through thick and thin, the one I’ve always relied on for support and comfort. We’ve built a life together—one that’s full of love, shared memories, and the kind of stability that many people dream of. But lately, I find myself caught in an emotional storm I didn’t anticipate, and the source of it is my boss.

There’s an undeniable pull between us, something I can’t explain or ignore. When he looks at me, there’s an intensity in his gaze that makes me feel seen in a way that’s new and exciting. He makes me feel alive, like I’m more than just a colleague. There’s a desire there—unspoken yet powerful—and it awakens something inside me that I didn’t know was missing. It’s the way he listens to me, really listens, and the way he makes me feel important, valued, and noticed.

This feeling is intoxicating. It’s as though I’ve been drifting through my life on autopilot, going through the motions, and then suddenly, I’m jolted awake. The realization that I could feel this alive, this desired, while in a committed marriage is both thrilling and terrifying. I never expected to grapple with these emotions, to feel this kind of attraction and connection to someone outside of my marriage.

I feel guilty for even having these thoughts, but I can’t seem to shut them out. My love for my husband hasn’t faded, but this new connection with my boss has forced me to confront parts of myself that have been dormant for years. I’ve never questioned my relationship before, but now I’m left wondering if there’s something deeper I’m craving—something more than just comfort and companionship. And I don’t know where this journey will lead, but it’s a path I never thought I’d find myself on.