We’ve all been victims of a prank at some point in our lives, but one man’s story takes it to a whole new level. Imagine receiving a terrifying call in the middle of a blizzard, only to find out it was just a cruel joke. Now, years later, the prankster cousin is asking for help to get into a top university. But will our protagonist let bygones be bygones or serve up some ice-cold revenge? ❄️
The Chilling Prank

Racing Through the Storm ❄️

A Shocking Discovery

The Dangerous Consequences

Fast Forward: A Favor Asked

Unimpressive Credentials

Taking a Stand ✋

Family’s Reaction: Dismissive

No Apologies, No Consequences

Family Drama: Disinvited

Parents Show Support ❤️

Family Pressure: Relentless

Revenge or Forgiveness: The Ultimate Dilemma
Our protagonist is caught in a whirlwind of family drama, all stemming from a dangerous prank that could’ve had disastrous consequences. Now, the prankster cousin is asking for help to get into a top university, but with his mediocre credentials and lack of remorse, is he even deserving? The family is divided, with some supporting our protagonist’s decision to take a stand, while others demand he let go of the past. What’s the right move here? Let’s dive into some of the most intriguing opinions from the internet…
Family drama ensues over college admission prank gone wrong

Using connections to flag cousin’s application is petty and wrong. ESH.
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ESH. Commenters acknowledge the messed up prank but debate revenge.
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Family drama over college admission and a cruel prank gone wrong.

Is it ethical to leverage connections for revenge? ESH.

A family feud over a prank gone wrong, with everyone at fault ♂️

Using connections to flag an application is a childish move
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OP gets revenge on entitled cousin. NTA commenters approve!

Don’t get involved, let him succeed or fail on his own

Cousin’s dangerous prank leads to family feud. Revenge ensues. ESH.

Revenge is a dish best served cold

Burn that bridge! Revenge is sweet. NTA wins.

Standing up against nepotism and entitlement

Standing up for yourself and having supportive parents is key

Debate over pulling strings for university admission and prank consequences. ESH.

Commenter calls out OP for being petty and vindictive.

Forgive and forget: Should we hold 14-year-olds accountable for pranks?

Family drama ensues as cousin’s dangerous prank divides opinions ♂️

Calling out toxic behavior in the comments

ESH, but holding a grudge against a stupid teenager is a**hole-ish

Standing up against cruel pranks. NTA wins this round
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Using connections for revenge – NTA with a touch of a**hole

Moral high ground lost in revenge prank

Family feud escalates: Revenge or forgiveness?

Is it fair to ruin a 14-year-old’s future? YTA

NTA for not using connections to get cousin into uni

Family feud: Everyone’s an a**hole in this cruel prank gone wrong

Being the only way for someone to get into uni

Don’t pull strings for revenge, NTA for not doing so.

When revenge goes too far, everyone ends up sucking ♂️

Forgiveness is possible with a sincere apology. #NTA
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Not the a**hole, but what was the prank?

Cousin’s prank was wrong but sabotaging his future is ESH

Choosing revenge over forgiveness, ESH learns a hard lesson

Commenter questions admission procedures and supports OP’s grudge.
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Commenter calls out toxic behavior and suggests legal action. NTA.
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Cousin’s prank was horrific, but blocking his future is extreme ♂️

Cousin’s future not ruined, but flagging was partially TA. ESH ♂️
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Grown-ass person overreacts to teenage prank

A disgusting request for college admission revenge. Everyone sucks here.

Mature response to immature prank, but where’s the apology?

Family feud: ESH for cruel prank and snitching

Encouraging independence, NTA comment sparks no debate.

Stand your ground! You’re not the a**hole in this situation

Standing up for yourself and your grades, NTA

Ignoring them is the best revenge

Using connections to flag a prank application: justified or not?

NTA for seeking revenge, but finesse could have saved headache

No apology for a cruel prank, but expects a favor?

Not the a**hole, but what was the prank?

Prank wars escalate: NTA suggests flagging job application as revenge


Calling the university was too far, stay neutral and move on

Don’t excuse bad behavior, but forgiveness is key.
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Honesty is the best policy!

Don’t compromise integrity of admissions system for a cruel prank

Letting go of a grudge can be tough, but worth it
