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Following the revelation, the husband's handling of the situation suggested a readiness to move on—he had already explored options for living separately. Despite his initial response reflecting a lack of emotional reaction, in reality, it might indicate a level of acceptance and readiness to embrace change. The woman, however, expected a different reaction — perhaps one of desperation or a plea to reconcile.
Her disappointment in his response can be viewed through a lens of expectation versus reality. She wanted validation for her feelings and perhaps an indication that he was also emotionally invested enough to fight for the marriage. Instead, he opted for a pragmatic approach, signaling that he had reconciled with the possibility of separation.