The story begins with a young woman sharing her ordeal online regarding her strained relationship with her sister over her sister’s boyfriend.
OP’s Romantic History with James
We learn about the 26-year-old woman, referred to as the Original Poster (OP), and her past romantic involvement with a guy named James.
Discovery of James’s Unfaithful Intentions
The OP’s relationship with James takes a turn for the worse when she uncovers his plans to go on a date with another girl, even though he hadn’t physically cheated.
A Swift Breakup
With cheating as a non-negotiable dealbreaker, the OP promptly ends her relationship with James, delivering a direct message to him and subsequently blocking him.
Introduction of Sister’s New Boyfriend
Things get complicated when her sister excitedly introduces her new boyfriend to the family at a BBQ, and the surprising revelation that he is James, the OP’s ex, ensues.
OP’s Reaction at the BBQ
The shocking encounter with James at the family gathering prompts the OP to exit the event abruptly.
Sister’s Justification for Dating James
The sister tries to rationalize her choice, claiming she met James at a party and assumed her sister wouldn’t mind her dating her ex due to the elapsed time since their breakup.
OP’s Candid Advice to Her Sister
The OP provides her sister with honest advice, asserting that she could do better and that making her own mistakes was within her right, even though the OP disagreed with her choice.
Escalation of Family Drama
The situation escalates, resulting in significant family drama, with the OP choosing not to be around her sister and James. Surprisingly, their parents support the OP’s standpoint.
James’s Attempt to Make Amends
James makes an effort to mend bridges, but his excessive friendliness towards the OP sparks jealousy in her sister, leading to more conflicts.
Introduction of OP’s New Boyfriend, Todd
The OP introduces her family to her new boyfriend, Todd, who manages to impress everyone, further fueling James’s jealousy and aggravating the situation.
Jealousy and Increased Tensions
James’s jealousy continues to intensify, believing that the OP is deliberately flaunting her happiness in his face.
Sister’s Social Media Outburst
The sister resorts to posting hurtful messages on social media, refusing to attend holiday gatherings, and engaging in multiple arguments over the situation.
Demand for an Apology
The sister demands an apology from the OP for her negative remarks about her boyfriend, prompting the OP to turn to Reddit to gauge public opinion on who is at fault.
OP’s Resolution and Update
In an update, the OP reveals how she followed the advice to maintain no contact with her sister, set boundaries with their parents, and found happiness with Todd, spending holidays with his family, in contrast to her sister’s situation with her “sloppy seconds.”
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