Imagine having a father who was more of a ghost than a guiding light in your life. A man who left when you were just a toddler, only to resurface during the summer and Christmas holidays. A man who, despite being physically present during these visits, was emotionally absent. Now, after eight long years of silence, he's back in the picture, wanting to meet. But our protagonist, a medical student studying abroad, is torn between the resentment of the past and the possibility of a future. Let's dive into his story... 📖

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A Father's Surprise Visit: A Son's Emotional Quandary 🎭
Our protagonist, a medical student studying abroad, grapples with a sudden message from his estranged father's girlfriend. His father, who left when he was only four, has been more of a phantom than a parent. The sporadic visits were marred by his father's emotional absence and a surprise half-brother. Now, after eight years of silence, the father wants to meet. But the young man is torn between the resentment of the past and the uncertainty of the future. Can he suppress his anger and meet his father, or will he choose to ignore the message? Let's see what the internet thinks of this situation... 🌐
NTA. Estranged dad's absence and sudden interest is questionable 🤔

ankahsilver | ankahsilver
NTA. Dad's girlfriend asks to meet? Dead to me 😂

msscahlett | msscahlett
"NTA. Dad resurfaces after 30 years, but you have your 'real' dad 👍"

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"Little Red Hen" syndrome: Dad and GF want your success. NTA.

Adventures_to_Come | Adventures_to_Come
NTA. Father vs. Dad: A heartwrenching dilemma 💔

stumpdawg | stumpdawg
No obligation to a**hole dad. He didn't even reach out 😒

Peacesalam | Peacesalam
NTA. Reconnecting with estranged dad: healing old wounds or new hurt?

clinging2thecross | clinging2thecross
Dad's absence justified, you're not the a**hole. 👍

2hourstowaste | 2hourstowaste
Engaging response options for an estranged dad's unexpected return 🤔

AllTh3Naps | AllTh3Naps
Choose your family, don't let guilt dictate your decisions. 💜

SquidProQuo13 | SquidProQuo13
Engaging advice on dealing with resentment and potential family connections 🤔

bogman_0002 | bogman_0002
Dad's in town, but didn't even bother asking you? 😱

escortboyfriend | escortboyfriend
No attachment, no response. Keep your personal info private 🔒

Master-Manipulation | Master-Manipulation
Choose your own path, don't let anyone judge you. 👍

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NTA. Standing up against pressure to meet estranged parent! 💪

Flying_Bolo | Flying_Bolo
NTA. You don't owe your dad anything. Just say 'No, thank you.' 🙅

GonnaMakeAList | GonnaMakeAList
Don't miss out! NTA, but consider future regrets. Meet up! 😊

mamagigli0 | mamagigli0
Avoiding dad? NTA, you have the right to choose.

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No obligation to estranged dad 🙅

high-jinkx | high-jinkx
Don't be an a**hole, but take care of yourself. NTA 👍

weezilgirl | weezilgirl
Dad's girlfriend cares more? 🤔 NTA for feeling neglected!

loomysthrowaway | loomysthrowaway
"He may be your father, but he ain't your daddy" 👨👦❤️

faded-into-darkness | faded-into-darkness
Dad's girlfriend making effort, not him? 🤔 NTA dilemma

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NTA. Estranged dad's lazy attempt to reconnect. Not your problem 🙄

Suelswalker | Suelswalker
Build your own family of *choice*! Good luck, future Doctor! 🚀

mischiffmaker | mischiffmaker
Busy med student avoids estranged dad's pushy girlfriend. 🙌

nickis84 | nickis84
Dad resurfaces after years: NTA, he's practically a stranger 🙄

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