I agree. Jealousy is a normal human emotion, but like other momentary passions that can crop up in our lives, we govern them. Not vice versa. They don’t necessarily have to be suppressed, but they should never dictate our decisions.
Women who let their jealousy get the better of them are often very bitter and controlling partners.
Toni probably did him a favor by tipping her hand.
Can you even imagine what was behind Toni’s eyes as she SEETHED about him hiking with his DAUGHTER’S friend?????? The lingering anger, the hatred beforehand as she raged at the thought of this young woman????
And, oh, yes, it would be unleashed at some point - most likely when he had put a ring on it and was committed.