She could have talked to a friend or a sister. And with her partner, it would have been extremely difficult: the slightest hint of doubt on his face or in his voice would have been devastating for her and would have probably meant the end of their relationship.
Podría haber hablado con una amiga, con una hermana, muy difícilmente con la pareja, el menor atisbo de duda en su rostro o en su voz habría sido devastador para ella, y probablemente el final de la relación.