Yes, Lana and also...

Submitted by Keira (Australia), Aug 28, 2019 at 19:30

I wanted to add that in his own words, they "learn" to love after marriage. And yes, children are considered half of their religion, so it is their duty to start having kids as soon as they sign the contract. They remain married even if they don't love their wives because these girls have been chosen by their families and by leaving them, they would dishonour both families. So do not expect their divorce them. They keep these marriages for good and then they expect to keep having fun with their Western conquered women, be it in a polygamous marriage or without any lawful string. They really don't care. .

As I said in previous comments, they do not feel they are doing anything wrong, because their religion allows them to lie, as long as they keep praying, fasting and bragging off to their community that they behave like perfect Muslims. Do not wait for his repentance. He will never ask you for forgiveness, unless you are his only mean to get settled in your country. In this case, they will be a real pain and they will pursue until you cannot take it and finally, you submit to him, and ultimately, marry them.

Jessica, take care of yourself and do not overthink very much, although I know that this is very much to ask you for... We all feel the same :(

And Lana, I read your story today, and I couldn't be happier for you. So glad you overcome him and now enjoy a healthy relationship, because these ones are not. They are dysfunctional and based on his narcissistic disorder.

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