So, your mother used to tell you that little girls were made of sugar and spice and all things nice; well boys, we're sorry to say that your mother was wrong.

Even if you think your girlfriend is the purest of women, everyone keeps secrets and your girlfriend isn't exempt.

Secrets and scandals are a part of everyone's life and even if you think you and your boyfriend are immune from the scurrilous dramas that affect every other couple, you'd be wrong. Even the most honest men keep secrets.

One study found that 64 per cent of women would still prefer their men to earn more than them. She'll never tell you that she wants you to be rich because it's bad taste, so you'll never know the truth.

And although most chick flicks depict all guys as being hopeless commitment-phobes, in reality it would seem that a lot of men actually announce those three killer words prematurely.

Did your man tell you he loved you too soon? If he did, it may not have been because he instantly fell in love with your pretty smile and sharp wit; he may just have said those three little words to get you in bed.

To find out what couples will never tell each other, check out the list we compiled.

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