Have you ever been so angry that you've driven an hour only to turn back without stepping out of the car? Well, that's exactly what happened to a 22-year-old man who was invited to a family dinner, only to find out that his estranged younger brother was also present. Now, he's left wondering if he's the one at fault or if his family has once again betrayed his trust. Let's delve into this rollercoaster of a tale. 🎢

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After a tumultuous childhood, our protagonist found himself at a crossroads when his parents attempted to reconcile. But their decision to invite his estranged brother to the dinner, the very person he blames for his pain, led to a dramatic exit. Now, he's left questioning his actions and feeling guilty. Could he have handled things differently? Or was his anger justified? Let's see what the internet has to say about this family saga. 🍿
Parents and brother disrespect OP's boundaries, want to rugsweep and scapegoat.

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"NTA. If they were REALLY interested in making amends, they would've listened to you and your wishes. They are trying to sweep it all under the rug and carry on. Keep blocking them and keep living your best life. You deserve it." 💪✨

lappelduvideforever | lappelduvideforever
NTA. Boundaries disregarded. Set them now or face stampeding rhinoceroses. 👏

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NTA suspects ulterior motives behind family's sudden remorse. Success story!

Karyatids | Karyatids
Uninvited guest ruins family dinner: OP not the a**hole 😮

veryillbees | veryillbees
NTA sets boundaries, parents forget, missed opportunity for reconciliation 😮

Thejmax | Thejmax
NTA. Unforgivable behavior. Family prioritizes brother over you. 😮

FallenAngel1707 | FallenAngel1707
NTA: Reclaim your life and heal from their abusive upbringing. 🙌

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NTA. Family disregarded OP's rule, proving they're still crappy parents. 😮

HoneyBadgerMarmalade | HoneyBadgerMarmalade
NTA. Parents want quick apology, not genuine reconciliation. 😮

needalurkeraccount | needalurkeraccount
Setting boundaries doesn't make you the bad guy. 😮

HavePlushieWillTalk | HavePlushieWillTalk
NTA, blame the parents for unrealistic expectations on your brother. 😮

Alinaoana | Alinaoana
Family drama and pet birds: NTA has the last word! 😮

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NTA. Uninvited guest causes family drama. Is their apology genuine?

SirinMMD | SirinMMD
NTA: You explained your feelings, they broke the agreement. Logical choice.

Justis29 | Justis29
Trust your instincts and prioritize your mental health. 🙏🏻

LifeAsksAITA | LifeAsksAITA
Let go of the resentment and move forward. You're NTA 👍

Last-Two-6780 | Last-Two-6780
NTA - Unemployed sibling causing family tension and dependency issues. 😮

loudent2 | loudent2
NTA. Boundaries set, parents prioritize their wants over yours. 💯

Mirianda666 | Mirianda666
Standing up for boundaries and trust. NTA 👏

Weird_Biscuits9668 | Weird_Biscuits9668
Zero respect and outnumbered: family dinner turns into a battleground. 🤪

Park_Police | Park_Police
Family's regret doesn't excuse their disrespect. Take time to heal. NTA 😮

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NTA: Family rift, selfish parents, go NC and take care.

Decent_Ad6389 | Decent_Ad6389
Take control of your own healing journey. You're not obligated. 🙏

Idkcatz | Idkcatz
Sibling rivalry: Who's to blame for the family drama? 😑

SnowStorm1123 | SnowStorm1123
NTA: Boundaries broken, respect lacking. Family drama unfolds. 😮

SprSnkySnickerdoodle | SprSnkySnickerdoodle
Uninvited guest ruins family dinner, OP not at fault. 😮

anonego7 | anonego7
NTA. Setting boundaries and standing up for yourself is important! 👏

NiteGrimwood | NiteGrimwood
NTA. Brother needs kidney? Drama at family dinner! 😮

duncanmhor | duncanmhor
NTA: Setting boundaries with abusive family, healing at your own pace. 🙏

uhohitslilbboy | uhohitslilbboy
Uninvited guest ruins family dinner, NTA deserves an apology 😮

co_fragment | co_fragment
Setting boundaries after years of abuse, but they still crossed them. 😮

Banditsmisfits | Banditsmisfits
Lying and tricking to gain trust? Nope, NTA for sure! 😮

toriebon | toriebon
Setting boundaries and consequences: NTA for leaving uninvited ambush. 🙌

phemonoe153 | phemonoe153
Setting boundaries and taking a stand 💪

avast2006 | avast2006
NTA. They should have informed you about your brother's presence.

ChessMasterOfe | ChessMasterOfe
NTA. Family drama over uninvited guest sparks heated comments. 😮

c-robz96 | c-robz96
OP stands up for themselves, family prioritizes someone else. NTA

TequilaMockingbird80 | TequilaMockingbird80
Parents lied about dinner guest, making them the real a**holes. 👎

philadelphialawyer87 | philadelphialawyer87
Don't blame your brother, blame your parents! 😮

lemonsharking | lemonsharking
Boundaries were crossed, chances were given, respect was lacking. NTA

beaglemama | beaglemama
NTA. Apologies can wait. Family dinner drama unfolds. 😮

KyliaQuilor | KyliaQuilor
NTA. They won't do the one thing you asked? 🤔

Robin_SP | Robin_SP
Not the a**hole for abandoning family dinner. Drama ensues! 😮

Aggressive-Sample612 | Aggressive-Sample612
NTA, try meeting with one parent to avoid tag-teaming. 🙌

Pohkopf | Pohkopf
Standing up for yourself against abusive family. Stay strong! 💪

wpel_142 | wpel_142
NTA: Family drama unfolds as uninvited guest sparks tension. 😮

OlderAndWiser2018 | OlderAndWiser2018
NTA: Let's see what everyone else has to say! 😂

HexStarlight | HexStarlight
Setting boundaries and calling out manipulative behavior. 🚫🤝

0drag | 0drag
NTA: Family drama and uninvited guests? Create your own happiness! 😮

MizzyvonMuffling | MizzyvonMuffling
NTA. Family needs a timeout to learn about healthy relationships. 😮

MarramTime | MarramTime
NTA, family rushed reunion, brother's behavior reflects their parenting. 👍

AnAmbiguousName | AnAmbiguousName
Boundaries ignored: Family dinner turned ambush by uninvited guest. 😮

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Uninvited guest ruins family dinner, OP takes drastic action. NTA 😮

tip963 | tip963
NTA: Family breaks your condition, lies. Brother still favored. 😮

Figuur | Figuur
NTA: Communication is key, an apology won't fix everything 😮

UnhappyCryptographer | UnhappyCryptographer
NTA. Stick to your guns! Family dinner drama 😮

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NTA: They didn't reconcile as you asked. 😮

afternoonsleep | afternoonsleep
NTA. Parents spoiled one child, abused others. Cut them out. 😮

StevesonOfStevesonia | StevesonOfStevesonia
NTA. Family disrespected your wishes, expect more manipulation and guilt-trips 😮

Hungry_Pup | Hungry_Pup
NTA. Family dinner ruined by uninvited guest, causing resentment and conflict. 😮

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"They will do anything..." except the ONE thing you asked. NTA 😮

Rdennis4 | Rdennis4
NTA--Standing up for your boundaries and being disregarded yet again. 😮

Hodgepodgehedge | Hodgepodgehedge
NTA: Uninvited guest ruins family dinner, no remorse or accountability. 😮

repthe732 | repthe732
NTA. Family dinner ruined by uninvited guest. Boundaries not respected. 😮

Status-Pattern7539 | Status-Pattern7539
NTA. Parents favor brother, wanted him to spout BS. You deserve better! 🙌

voluntold9276 | voluntold9276
Uninvited guest at family dinner sparks suspicion and drama. 🤔

d1scworld | d1scworld
Family disobeys request, favoring brother. NTA for abandoning dinner. 😮

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Trust broken: Ignoring boundaries leads to loss of trust 😔

No_Journalist5009 | No_Journalist5009
NTA. Parents covering their a**es, trying to blame you for brother's fit.

Feisty-Design9591 | Feisty-Design9591
NTA: Dishonesty backfires. Manipulation is never a recipe for success. 🤔

historialcraftsaddic | historialcraftsaddic
Uninvited brother ruins family dinner, NTA wants apology without him

Othie | Othie
Setting boundaries and standing up for yourself. 💪

sabaegsa404 | sabaegsa404
Parents' responsibility, not brother's. Let go of the reminder. 🙏

sayitsooth | sayitsooth
Both of you are wrong in different ways. 😮

iceicebeavis | iceicebeavis
NTA, give them another chance and set your own terms. 👍

NotMyFirstChoice675 | NotMyFirstChoice675
They lied to you? Not the a**hole! 🤥

Terran_Jedi | Terran_Jedi
Reconciliation gone wrong: Betrayal after a fight 😮

betcher73 | betcher73