I honestly believed I was doing the right thing. My name is James Odhiambo, a sales representative based in Kisumu, and my job required frequent travel across western Kenya. My wife Faith trusted me completely. Whenever I packed my bag and said I was heading to Kakamega, Busia, or Eldoret for work, she supported me without question. I never imagined that one trip would expose a secret that would nearly destroy my marriage, my reputation, and my peace of mind.
Work pressure was intense. Targets were high, commissions uncertain, and competition ruthless. During one assignment in Kakamega Town, I reconnected with Linda, a former colleague who now worked with a different company. What started as innocent conversations over lunch slowly crossed lines I swore I would never cross. I convinced myself it was harmless. After all, I was “traveling for work.” Deep down, I knew I was lying—to my wife and to myself.…CONTINUE READING
