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He Trusted Her, But She Blackmailed Him After Claiming Love
Is trust always safe?
When I was newly married my ex-husband told me a big lie: “I don’t care about your past, we are starting fresh.”Yet, he kept prodding, disguised as casual fun.
When things are good, trust and sharing come easily. But what happens when things sour? Could your past be used as a weapon, bringing you to your knees or worse?
In a conservative culture like India, blackmail is just as prevalent as anywhere else, especially when it revolves around a breakup. It’s not uncommon for an ex to threaten to expose intimate photos or texts to the current partner, family members, or on the internet. These threats can lead to loss of money, reputation, and even lives, fueled by the fear of exposure.
Recently, a shocking case made headlines in India, where my family is originally from. A 24-year-old woman Greshma, saw an opportunity to marry up. However, her boyfriend was in the way and what’s more, he threatened to expose their relationship. In response, she conspired with her family to kill him. She lured him to her house under the pretense of sex and served him a pesticide-laden ayurvedic drink to get rid of him once and for all. What she…
