In open relationships, defining and maintaining boundaries is crucial. This story explores a situation where an individual’s actions within an open relationship, though not explicitly defined as cheating, still caused a sense of betrayal. The author analyzes the nature of cheating, emphasizing that it involves depriving the other person of choice, knowledge, or the ability to address issues within the relationship. Despite the challenges, the author remains optimistic about the growth and reassessment opportunities that can arise from navigating these boundaries.