A long-term relationship almost seven years in came under strain for a Singaporean woman after she discovered her boyfriend had shared a hotel room with two female colleagues during what was supposed to be a work trip in Malaysia.
The woman had initially been told it was a standard company trip with teammates. However, her suspicions grew, prompting her to check his phone, where she uncovered the truth: not only were the three staying in the same room, but they also went for meals and gym sessions together, despite her being led to believe her partner was exhausted from work.
When confronted, the man reportedly explained the arrangement casually: “The ladies wanted a bigger room, so it was cheaper.” He claimed he had not been upfront because he was unsure how to explain it and feared her reaction. According to him, they slept on separate beds, and he insisted he had no romantic interest in his colleagues.
DISHONESTY CASTS LONG SHADOW
The revelation left the woman reeling. While the explanation framed the situation as practical and innocuous, she admitted that the dishonesty — coming after more than six and a half years of relationship — was deeply hurtful. She also noted that her own sensitivity regarding interactions with the opposite sex stems from a previous incident, making the breach of trust even more painful.
The incident mirrors similar reports in Malaysia, where office trips have occasionally led to couples questioning boundaries and trust when accommodations are shared. On social media platform SGWhispers, the woman chose to share her experience anonymously, primarily as a way to vent her emotions rather than seek judgment.
UNCERTAIN FUTURE
The couple’s future remains uncertain, as the woman admitted she was unsure if the relationship could continue given the circumstances. For many, the episode is a reminder that transparency and communication remain crucial, especially in long-term relationships where trust is the foundation.
While the man’s explanation focused on practicality and cost-saving, the emotional impact on the partner has cast a shadow over what was meant to be a routine work trip. The story has sparked wider conversations online about boundaries, honesty, and how partners navigate trust when professional and personal lives intersect.