Friend's Ex

Dear Aiko ,
      So theres this guy i like alot ( Bryan ) & i have a very close friend who is his ex girlfriend ( katherine ) and i asked her if she liked him and she said no & he doesnt like her either - he likes me , and i havent told her i like him yet , me & him have talked about were our relationship is going & if its going anywhere , but im scared to talk to her about it - i dont want her to think im a bad friend :/ , is it messed up that i like him ? should i even go there ? help me ! please !!

-Janice

Dear Janice,

    Find the courage to ask your friend how she would feel if you and Bryan were in a relationship.  If she's fine with it, then pursue the relationship. If she objects, then you need to decide if you value a relationship with Bryan or Katherine's friendship more.

Sincerely,

Aiko