Betrayal by someone you trust is one of the most hurtful things one can experience. A Reddit user posted about their best friend, Jessica, who faked an emotional breakdown to test their loyalty in a twisted bet with her boyfriend. The user felt hurt and betrayed by the test and has not talked to her since.
The post has received over 7,000 upvotes and sparked a debate among friends on whether the user should forgive Jessica. Have you ever been in a similar situation ? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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A friendship built over years can be destroyed in a moment, as this story shows. A man recounts how his best friend tested his loyalty by faking an emotional breakdown, leading to a fallout he never expected. The friend’s boyfriend was convinced that the man had feelings for his girlfriend and would try to hook up with her.
The friend had to be certain, so she staged the whole thing. The man was completely unaware that he was being tested until the friend revealed the truth. The fallout is intense, with the man cutting off all contact with his friend and their mutual friends taking sides.
Will this friendship ever be mended? Or is it irreparably damaged? Read the full story to find out what happens next.
Friend fake cries, puts bestie to loyalty test, fails hilariously

Friend tests loyalty, but commenters call out sexism and absurdity

True friends don’t test loyalty. NTA for setting boundaries

NTA. OP’s friends have unrealistic views on opposite-s*x friendships. Fake breakdown was unnecessary and risky for the friendship.

Commenter and replies agree: cringe-worthy video test is dumb.

Toxic friendship? Immature and delusional behavior

NTA for being upset. Serious allegations should not be fabricated.

Friend fakes breakdown to test loyalty, gets called out

Friend’s boyfriend may be controlling her, NTA for setting boundaries

NTA. Friends’ paranoia and manipulation is not acceptable.

Controlling and possessive behavior – red flag. Friend may need help.

Choose your friends wisely. ❌ Don’t let anyone test you.

Cutting off a toxic friend? NTA, says comment

Friend fakes emotional breakdown to test loyalty, commenter advises maturity

Encouraging response to NTA comment about toxic friendship.
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Games like that are a deal breaker Trust is key.
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Friendship loyalty test backfires, leaving commenter frustrated.

Dig deeper before ending a long-term friendship. ✨

Bizarre loyalty test, but commenter is NTA

Faking abuse for loyalty test? Definitely NTA. That’s maniacal

Setting boundaries with NTA comment and shutting down toxic friend.

Annoying videos with predictable storylines and acting, NTA.

Good friends pass loyalty tests, fake breakdowns not required.

Agreeing with the judgement, loyalty test failed.

Friend fakes breakdown to test loyalty, gets called out. NTA.

Friend fakes breakdown to test loyalty, commenter suspects video manipulation

Standing up for yourself is never easy, but you’re NTA

Friendship trust broken by manipulative behavior – NTA

Agreeing with the cringe factor of Dhar Mann videos. NTA.

Friend fakes breakdown to test loyalty, commenter not the a**hole.

Good riddance! NTA for cutting off horrid fake friend.

Empathetic response to friend’s emotional manipulation.

Betrayed by a fake friend. Stick to your guns!

Friend tests loyalty, loses. No apology, no second chance.

Friendship loyalty tests are insulting and unnecessary. #NTA

Testing loyalty with emotional breakdown? Not cool. #NTA

Ex-friend fakes emotional breakdown to test loyalty, fails spectacularly. NTA.

No regrets! You did the right thing, friend!

Can’t trust fake tears

True loyalty doesn’t need to be tested

Laughing out loud at Dhar Mann videos, NTA.

No excuse for bad behavior, even under the guise of a prank

Commenter dislikes Dhar Mann videos and their cheesy scripts

Friend pulls emotional stunt to test loyalty, but fails miserably.

Standing up against manipulative friends, NTA got our backs

Standing up against emotional manipulation by a so-called friend

Commenter calls out friend’s behavior with a touch of humor

13 years of friendship tested with fake emotional breakdown

Respect matters. Testing loyalty through lies isn’t a good friend move

Friend’s emotionally manipulative boyfriend tests loyalty, isolates and controls her.

Cut ties with your ex-best friend.

Avoiding fake friends is always the mature choice ♀️
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Is it worth keeping a friend with trust issues?
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Keep calm and cut off toxic ‘friends’

Friend fakes breakdown to test loyalty. Commenter calls out behavior.

Friend tests loyalty, OP passes, but friend doubts her. NTA

Friend tests loyalty, but commenter says NTA and loyalty lacking.

Loyalty tests are toxic and insulting, NTA

True friends don’t test each other’s loyalty like this

Friend fakes emotional breakdown to test loyalty, not cool

Trusting a friend who doesn’t trust you back

Don’t let anyone manipulate your reality ♀️
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Friend chose BF over OP, played a game, immature behavior

Support for OP’s decision to not tolerate fake emotional manipulation.

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Last Updated on April 8, 2023 by Chifundo