We all know that one person who thinks they’re the king of the remote control, right? Meet Abby’s boyfriend, Mark. He’s not just a casual visitor, but a self-proclaimed TV tyrant who believes that the remote control is his scepter. But what happens when our protagonist, a peace-loving roommate, decides to challenge his reign? Let’s dive into the drama.
Meet the Roommates
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Enter the TV Tyrant
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The Fridge Raid
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The Remote Control Coup
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The First Battle
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The Power Play
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The Repeated Offense
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The Friends Fiasco
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The Chick Show Clash
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The Guest Card
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The Cold Shoulder ❄️
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The Aftermath ⚡
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The Dilemma
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The Remote Control Rebellion: Who’s the Real TV Tyrant?
In a world where the remote control is the ultimate symbol of power, our protagonist finds herself in a battle of wills against Mark, the self-proclaimed TV tyrant. From fridge raids to channel takeovers, Mark’s reign has been marked by controversy. But when our protagonist decides to stand her ground, the drama escalates. Now, Abby accuses her of being petty and making Mark feel unwelcome. But is standing up for your right to watch ‘Friends’ really being petty? Or is it time for Mark to learn some house manners? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this…
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Mark’s astonishing entitlement: taking the remote and crossing boundaries.
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NTA. Keep the remote in your pocket and assert dominance
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Stand your ground! You’re not the a**hole in this situation
“NTA. Set boundaries with your roommate’s boyfriend. Don’t be a doormat.”
NTA. Roommate’s boyfriend takes over, causing fear and manipulation. Move out.
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“NTA. Roommate’s boyfriend needs to respect boundaries and privacy.”
NTA, discuss her boyfriend’s TV tyranny like adults
Roommate’s boyfriend freeloads while she’s working
NTA – Your TV, your rules!
Roommate drama: Is your roommate really your friend?
Roommate’s boyfriend is rude and entitled, NTA for being upset
Abby’s right, kick him out! Let him find another place.
NTA: Roommate’s boyfriend claims remote, but not your responsibility to entertain
NTA. Hide the remote and control the TV with your phone
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NTA. Roommate’s boyfriend takes remote, starts channel surfing. Disrespectful!
Mark’s TV tyranny makes him unwelcome. NTA takes a stand.
NTA: Set boundaries with Abby’s boyfriend about TV preferences
Stand your ground! Don’t let him take over your home
NTA: Home is sacred, even standing in someone else’s home is a gift
Setting boundaries with roommates: NTA takes a stand
