Dating Detours Ep. 15 - When the Honeymoon Ends and the Hell Begins 💔🔥

What happens when the “honeymoon phase” fades — and reality hits harder than you ever imagined?

In this raw and unfiltered episode, Marcus sits down with Arlene, who shares her story of falling fast, loving hard, and watching her fairytale turn into a nightmare.

From whirlwind romance and culture clashes to emotional abuse and rediscovering herself, this one’s a rollercoaster of red flags, resilience, and real talk.

💍 The love match that turned into heartbreak
😳 The husband who vanished for 18 months
💔 The moment she realized “forever” was over
🔥 How she rebuilt her confidence and peace from the ashes

If you’ve ever fallen for potential instead of reality — this one’s for you.

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