Father’s Heartbreaking Dilemma: Choosing Between Sons After Betrayal

Imagine having to choose between your children after a devastating betrayal. This father (53m) faced that exact situation when his 24-year-old son slept with his 26-year-old son’s wife, leading to a divorce and a child. The family was torn apart, and the father was forced to cut contact with his younger son, missing out on his grandkids. The emotional turmoil has left him questioning if he’s in the wrong for not forgiving his son.

The Betrayal

Divorce and a Child

The Painful Consequence

Years of Silence

A Painful Reminder

Defending His Decision

Standing Firm

The Affair Timeline

The Family’s Current Ages

The Ex-Wife’s Relationship with the Family

The Father’s Relationship with His Children

The Father’s Favorites

The Father’s Disappointment

An Unexpected Phone Call

A Chance to Reconnect?

A Father’s Struggle: Can He Reconcile with His Betraying Son?

This father’s heart aches as he’s torn between his love for both sons and the need to protect the one who was betrayed. As he tries to move forward, he’s faced with the possibility of reconnecting with his estranged son, but at what cost? The emotional weight of the situation has left him questioning if he’s doing the right thing. Can this family ever heal from the pain and betrayal? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this heart-wrenching situation…

Insensitive comment receives backlash from readers

Family betrayal leads to tough decision. NTA stands firm.

Cutting contact after betrayal: NTA’s tough but fair decision

Defending family privacy with a savage clapback

Supportive comment from someone who can relate to the dilemma

Choosing the right thing in a screwed up situation

Cutting off family members: justified or too extreme?

Father forced to choose between sons after betrayal, NTA chosen.

Choosing between sons after betrayal – heartbreaking but NTA.

Defending a betrayed child: NTA. Don’t let others judge you.

Commenter sparks controversy with anti-feminist remark

A heartwarming moment of appreciation for a good dad

Father chooses betrayed son over younger son after betrayal

Supportive comment defends father’s integrity against intrusive person.

Father faces tough decision after son’s betrayal. NTA.

Rebuilding relationships after betrayal – a story of forgiveness ❤

Father’s tough decision after betrayal: NTA

Heartwarming support for a father’s tough decision

Heartwarming support for a father’s tough decision ❤️

Supporting family after betrayal over disloyal partner.

Family betrayal leads to heartbreaking dilemma. NTA’s shocking story.

Choosing sides won’t heal the family. ESH

Standing up for your child is always the right thing

Choosing sides: A father’s dilemma in a family betrayal.

Supportive comment defends father’s decision amidst family drama

Supportive comment with a political twist

Redditor agrees father is NTA after son’s betrayal

Choosing between sons after betrayal, but NTA for wanting reconciliation.

Choosing between sons after betrayal, NTA receives support and advice.

Curious comment sparks awkward silence in comment section

Betrayal, family, and tough choices. Who’s the a**hole here?

Choosing between sons after betrayal. NTA. Family drama

Choosing sides after betrayal. NTA for holding accountable.

A mother’s perspective on cutting out children. Homewrecker son called out. NTA

Choosing no contact after betrayal, can people really change?

Heartwarming comment about a supportive son

Heartbreaking decision leads to missed family connections

Choosing between sons after betrayal, NTA takes a stand

A father’s dilemma after betrayal. Can forgiveness heal the family?

Father chooses justice over family after son’s betrayal

Refreshing to see a parent support the child who was wronged

The power of forgiveness and the Golden rule.

Betrayal, heroin, and family loyalty. NTA gets mad respect

Sibling betrayal leads to heartbreaking decision for father.

Polite suggestion for better response to nosy questions.

Survivor shares support and advice for father’s heartbreaking dilemma

Father chooses loyalty to son over cheater, rightfully so

A cautionary tale of infidelity and the likelihood of recurrence.

Choosing sides: NTA dad caught in the middle ‍♂️

Choosing loyalty over betrayal. NTA for supporting the right son

Choosing what’s right over blood. Good parenting skills.

Father chooses betrayed son over the other

Empathetic response to heartbreaking dilemma.

Supportive parent stands by son after betrayal.

Choosing forgiveness is tough, but OP is on the right path ❤

Seeking family therapy may be the best solution

Maintaining some form of contact with estranged family members.

Commenter sympathizes with father’s dilemma and condemns son’s actions.

Support for father’s tough decision, but disagreement among replies.

Breaking the myth of equal treatment and supporting the right.

Betrayal is betrayal, regardless of marital status.

Choosing between sons after betrayal, NTA seeks counseling