You're getting mixed messages because, at best, she's confused herself. At worst, she's being manipulative.
Why do you want to leave the house? You mean for a couple hours, or move out?
Just for a few hours to clear my head. I can't think straight. I know if I ask to leave for a few hours, she'll get upset and think that she can't rely on me. She asked me not to work today so I could look after the kids while she did the paperwork for the business.
