This dream may reflect feelings of guilt and fear surrounding a past relationship. The dreamer is sleeping with their ex in secret, possibly indicating a desire to rekindle the relationship. However, the presence of the ex’s family and the dreamer’s girlfriend suggests that the dreamer is torn between their past and present relationships. The dreamer’s attempts to defend their ex and deny any romantic feelings for them may symbolize their struggle to maintain their current relationship while still harboring feelings for their ex. The dreamer’s girlfriend ultimately believes them, but the dreamer’s decision to text their ex and plan to meet up with them later may suggest a temptation to cheat. The violent ending of the dream, with the girlfriend attempting to harm the dreamer, could represent the potential consequences of infidelity and the fear of losing the current relationship. Overall, this dream may be a reflection of the dreamer’s inner conflicts and the need to address and resolve them in order to move forward in their relationships.