Hi, I'm Strawberry.
It was meant to be a solid relationship, built on mutual respect and admiration. Now that they're on the brink of making it official, they're facing a crucial crossroads: Is this the right choice for them? This question highlights the core issue, and it's up to each individual to make the decision that aligns with their personal values and goals.
You can learn a lot about a person's character from how they behave.
The 42-year-old questioner is divorced and doesn't have any kids. He's in a good financial position. He's got a lover with a family who is seven years older than him. Even though the other person has a family, the couple has long since lost their feelings for each other and have their own relationships. They're still together because they want to give their child a "complete" family.
The questioner has been with the other person for more than three years and the relationship is going well. They both want to get married, mainly because the other person's child is about to graduate from university. At this age, the child is more open to the idea of their parents pursuing their own happiness. The other person has the idea of getting a divorce and then marrying the questioner.
The other person's wife doesn't work, has no social security, and no savings. To give his wife and daughter some security in their lives, the other person plans to leave everything he owns and take out a mortgage on his 60-square-meter house for 100,000 yuan to compensate his wife and daughter. He can make such arrangements within his abilities, and he's also a responsible and decisive person.
Who can tell me if I should marry him? He's not the wealthiest guy out there.
Nobody can predict the future, and the person who gets along with the other party is also the questioner. Only the questioner can decide whether the other party's character is worthy of trust.
Let's look at the situation from both sides. From the perspective of a bystander, the questioner thinks the other person is affectionate and loyal. But from the perspective of a partner, the questioner feels that the other person's behavior is unfair to him. Just because the other person is already 50 years old and makes about 7,000 yuan a month, and in the absence of a house or savings, there's a high probability that if they get married, they'll need to take out a loan together.
Even though the couple has lost interest in each other, they still stay married. The questioner has always had moral issues that they can't get past. They believe they're the reason the couple is divorced. Even though they know it's not meant to be, they can't give up the relationship because they get along so well.
It seems that no one has been hurt in this three-person relationship. The couple had already planned for a divorce, and the protagonist's appearance didn't cause their divorce. The protagonist waited for the right time to resolve the matter with the other party, which shows that they were willing to do so because they truly cared for each other.
☀️ It's a good idea to negotiate in advance. The other party has his own job and is only 50 years old. He still has more than ten years before retirement, and the loan will be relatively easy for him to repay based on his salary. The loan taken out before the marriage also belongs to him alone.
The questioner can negotiate with the other party in advance to see how they'll respond. If they can make proper arrangements for their wife and daughter, they won't cause the questioner any problems. The other party has enough responsibility and accountability. Otherwise, the questioner wouldn't have fallen for them and wouldn't have wanted to marry them.
It's important to understand your needs. The questioner is concerned that the other person has no home, no savings, and is about to take out a loan. They may need to rely on the questioner financially. How have you divided your expenses over the years? If you each spend your own money and can do the same after marriage, will the questioner's concerns be alleviated?
If the other party isn't willing to divorce, the questioner is willing to stay together with the other party. However, when the other party plans to divorce and marry the questioner, the questioner is troubled instead. This is because he's worried that his position in the other party's heart may not be as important as his wife and daughter. He has a good plan for his wife and daughter, but what he shows the questioner is an unstable future.
In addition to negotiating the loan in advance, everything the question owner owns is also considered premarital property. If the question owner doesn't want to do something, the other party can't force them to. It's important for the question owner to think carefully about what they really need and why they're avoiding happiness.
I hope my answer is helpful to the questioner. Best wishes!


Comments
This is a very complex and emotional situation you're in. On one hand, you have developed deep feelings for him over the years, and there's a history of warmth and harmony between you two. On the other hand, it seems like you are taking on a significant financial burden and ethical dilemma by entering into this relationship. You need to consider what is best for your own wellbeing and future security.
It sounds like you're torn between your emotions and practical concerns. It's important to weigh the value of the relationship against the potential challenges that come with marrying someone who is financially unstable and has a complicated family situation. You might want to think about whether his promises of lifelong compensation can realistically make up for the sacrifices you would be making.
You've been an integral part of this man's decision to leave his family, and now you're questioning if you've made the right choice. It's natural to feel conflicted in such a morally gray area. Perhaps you should take some time to reflect on what you truly want from a partnership and evaluate if this aligns with what he can offer you moving forward.
The depth of your feelings for each other is undeniable, but so are the practical implications of your union. It's crucial to assess whether the love you share is enough to overcome the financial and social issues at hand. Consider discussing your concerns with him openly and see if there's a way to address these issues before making any final decisions.
Ultimately, this is a personal decision that only you can make. While it's clear that you care deeply for him, you also deserve a relationship that is fair and beneficial to both parties. Reflect on your values, needs, and longterm goals, and decide if this relationship can fulfill those aspects of your life. Trust your instincts and do what feels right for you.