It is a heavy realisation when you figure out that the person you’ve been sharing your life with is more of a “character” than a confidant. Betrayal by a stranger is annoying; betrayal by a friend is hurtful.Fake friends usually don’t show up with a warning label. They arrive with big laughs and “ride or die” energy, only to slowly reveal a transactional heart. Here is how to spot the snakes before they get a chance to bite you.