Fiancé Pays for Family Trip, But Should She Invite the Stepsister Who Betrayed Her?

Imagine planning a dream trip to Italy for your family to meet your fiancé’s family, only to have your mom request you to invite your stepsister, who betrayed you in the past. That’s the dilemma faced by a woman whose stepsister, Emma, had a child with her ex-fiancé. Now, Emma wants to come along on the trip, claiming she has changed and wants to mend their relationship. But our protagonist is hesitant, especially since her fiancé is the one paying for the trip. Should she forgive and forget or stand her ground? Let’s dive into the story.

The Dreadful Betrayal

Emma’s Life After Betrayal

The Family Trip to Italy

Mom’s Request: Invite Emma

Mom’s Argument: Emma Has Changed

Protagonist’s Reluctance

The Guilt Trip Begins

Family Pressure Mounts

Full Sister’s Input ️

Fiancé’s Stance

Questions Answered

Did Emma Apologize? ❌

Fiancé’s Opinion

Mom’s Solo Trip?

To Forgive or Not to Forgive?

Our protagonist is torn between forgiving her stepsister, Emma, and standing her ground. Emma claims to have changed and wants to mend their relationship, but the protagonist is hesitant, especially since her fiancé is the one paying for the trip. The family is pressuring her to reconsider, and even her full sister says Emma has been going to therapy and realized her mistakes. With the trip approaching, the protagonist must decide whether to give Emma a chance or keep her distance. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation… ️‍♀️

NTA. OP’s feelings matter and should be honored.
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NTA, step-sister hasn’t apologized, family wants free vacation.

Stepsister betrayed her, don’t invite her for a free vacation

NTA, Emma’s apologies seem insincere and self-serving

Stepsister not invited on free trip, needs to earn forgiveness first

Focus on your trip, not on fixing things with stepsister. NTA

NTA. Emma’s actions were unforgivable. Savage comment, love it!

NTA. Emma needs to apologize and make amends herself.

Is it fair to make fiancé pay for unnecessary guests?

OP’s justified anger towards stepsister for betrayal, NTA

NTA – Don’t invite the stepsister who betrayed you

No apology, no invite. NTA wins this one.

Emma should apologize first before being considered for the trip

Family trip to meet fiance’s extended family, stepsister not necessary.

NTA. Stepsister’s betrayal hurt OP. No invite to Italy trip.

Stepsister betrayed her, family insists on inviting her? NTA

Step sister betrayed OP, NTA for not inviting her on trip

Fiancé’s stepsister wants to join family trip, but should she?

Fiancée paying for trip but stepsister not invited. NTA

Stepsister betrayed her, NTA for not inviting her on trip

NTA. Don’t let them guilt you into inviting a toxic person.

NTA. Commenter advises against inviting stepsister on family trip.

Sassy commenter thinks they deserve a spot on the family trip

Don’t let anyone guilt you into inviting a toxic person.

Heartbreaking betrayal and family dynamics

Choose your family wisely , says NTA commenter.

Sister’s past betrayal raises doubts about inviting her.

Mom won’t drop the stepsister invite topic

Forgiveness is optional. Family trip, family drama. ‍♀️

NTA. Emma doesn’t deserve a free trip to Italy.

Commenter strongly agrees with OP’s actions.

Family drama: NTA suggests mom and stepdad pay for stepsister ‍♀️

Stepsister betrayed her and announced pregnancy on Christmas. Don’t invite.

Forgiveness can’t be demanded. Don’t take her with you.

Forgiving takes time, not just a free trip to Italy

Financial contribution from dad and stepmom, not from stepfather and mother.

Stepsister betrayed her, NTA for not inviting her on trip

Forgiveness is important, but boundaries matter. NTA

Don’t bring her! You owe her nothing.

NTA. Family drama can’t be solved by a paid trip

Petty but satisfying solution to stepsister’s betrayal

Stepsister not invited on family trip, comment supports OP’s decision

Don’t mix forgiveness with free vacations . Stand your ground.