We’ve all heard of complicated love triangles, but this story takes the cake! Our protagonist, let’s call her ‘Ms. Independent’, was once married to a man who had a wandering eye. He left her for another woman, with whom he had a child. Now, years later, history has repeated itself, and the ‘other woman’ is soon to be the ‘ex-wife’. In a twist that no one saw coming, the soon-to-be ex-wife reaches out to Ms. Independent, seeking an alliance for the sake of their daughters. But is Ms. Independent ready to let bygones be bygones? Let’s dive into this tangled web. ️
The Cheating Ex Strikes Again!

An Unexpected Plea for Friendship

Ms. Independent’s Firm Stand

The Aftermath of the Rejection

The Blame Game Begins

The Verdict: Who’s the A**hole?

The Children’s Perspective

The Absentee Father’s Visitation Schedule ️

The Unraveling of a Love Triangle: Who’s the Real Villain? ️♀️
So, there you have it. A tale as old as time, with a modern twist. Ms. Independent is standing her ground, unwilling to let the past dictate her future. She’s not interested in playing happy families with the woman who was once her husband’s mistress. Meanwhile, the soon-to-be ex-wife is left grappling with the consequences of her actions, seeking solace in the very woman she wronged. And amidst all this drama, the children are caught in the crossfire. But who’s really to blame here? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this tangled web of love, betrayal, and responsibility. ️
“lol wtf is she on? NTA by a mile.”
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NTA for setting boundaries with ex-wife’s unexpected ally.

Be the bigger person for your daughter’s sake

NTA. Ex-wife’s unexpected request for sympathy is outrageous

NTA. Daughter’s choice, father should facilitate relationship with half-sister.

NTA: Ex’s ex gets a taste of her own medicine

NTA: Ex-wife’s ally request leaves woman stunned. What now?

NTA. Don’t let your bias hurt the child’s relationship with her sister.

Daughters’ opinions vary, one wants to continue, one doesn’t.

Ex-husband empathizes with ex-wife’s affair fallout, advises no forced relationships.
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NTA. Father should maintain relationship between daughters. You did right.

Supportive commenter applauds OP’s reasonable approach to co-parenting.

NTA! Karma is a b**ch. Let the daughters be friends.

NTA. Mom’s ex’s other wife seeks sympathy, gets laughed at
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NTA: Boundaries are important. Focus on your own parenting responsibilities.

NTA: Dodged a bullet with a cheating ex-husband.
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Consider your daughter’s best interest when making this decision.

Preserving sisterly bond despite complicated family dynamics.
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OP’s daughter doesn’t care about her half-sister. ♀️
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Sibling relationship: whose feelings matter?

Ex-wife stands her ground, leaving woman stunned. NTA wins!

NTA. Compromise for your daughter’s sake and maintain a civil relationship.

NTA. Got smacked with cheater’s justice. Karma at its finest!

Ex-wife wants to join victim club without admitting fault. NTA!

Divorce lawyer shares insights on exes reaching out for closure.

Ex-wife’s ally gets a taste of her own medicine

Ex-Wife’s Unexpected Ally Request Leaves Woman Stunned: Empathy Wins

NTA. Ex-wives club: you’re not the leader

NTA. Ex-wife’s request to befriend her is not your responsibility ♀️

Curious about the daughter’s desires? Let’s find out!

NTA. Karma’s a b***h, and she’s finally getting what she deserves!

NTA’s fair offer, karma bites ex-wife’s unexpected ally.

No obligation to create a sympathy club, enjoy your life!

NTA, but prioritize your daughter’s wishes for a healthy relationship.

NTA. Taking on ex’s responsibility invites unnecessary drama and complications.
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NTA – Ex-wife’s request for extra time is unfair and hypocritical

OP stands up for daughter, ex-husband’s soon-to-be ex-wife gets shut down.

Unexpected bond formed between ex-wife and stepdaughter’s mother ❤️

NTA, not your problem. ♀️

NTA for not wanting a relationship with ex-wife, but YWBTA if you prevent your daughter from having a relationship with her sibling. Give your daughter the choice to be in her sibling’s life.
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“ESH vs YTA: The Impact of Divorce on Sibling Relationships”

Dad’s convenient plan: Take both kids at once for free days

NTA: Karma strikes back! ️

NTA: Ex-wife wants help with daughter’s sibling relationship. Decline politely.

Ex-wife seeks sympathy after enabling cheating ex-husband. NTA.

Surprising bond between daughters?

NTA, and that lady deserves a big middle finger

NTA: Karma strikes! She learned ‘how you get them’ lesson.

Building bridges between siblings: fostering a healthy relationship

♀️ NTA: Ex-wife’s ally request puts you in a tough spot

Ex-wife’s unexpected ally request? Hell no! NTA, cheers to that!

Unexpected ally turns the tide. NTA wins the day!
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NTA. Creative solution rejected. Family dynamics remain unchanged. ♀️
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Comparing preschool to sibling relationships: a lifelong impact on children.

Stepmom’s true colors revealed

NTA for setting boundaries with ex-wife while considering daughters’ feelings

Curious about the daughters’ ages and their desire to connect?

Don’t let your ex’s bad parenting become your responsibility.

NTA. Ex-wife’s karma bites her and now she seeks sympathy. ♀️

Divorce attorney advises seeking professional help for daughter’s opinion on sister.

NTA: Half-siblings are like Facebook friends, no need to sweat it

NTA. Ex-wife wants to use you as her therapist. No way.

NTA: Daughter’s choice matters, not ex-wife’s ally. Prioritize child’s wellbeing.

Ex-wife calls OP an a**hole, but sister urges exploring sibling relationship. NTA.

NTA for calling out people who defend their affair actions
