Picture this: you’re a 21-year-old graphic design student, dreaming of a laptop to help you succeed in your studies. Your boyfriend knows this and promises to gift you something ‘very cool’ for Christmas. But when the big day arrives, you unwrap a desktop computer instead of the laptop you’ve been longing for. Is this a simple misunderstanding or a sign of a deeper issue in your relationship? Let’s dive into this emotional rollercoaster of a story and find out.
Dreaming of a Laptop
Christmas Surprise
Tears and Heartbreak
A Pattern of Disappointment
Ignoring Needs
Lack of Intimacy
Unheard Feelings ️
Dismissed and Hurt
Tears After Intimacy
Gaslighting or Insecurity?
The Last Straw
Broken Promises
Tears and Silence
The Breakup
No Explanation ♀️
Sister’s Guilt Trip
Doubting Myself
Updates and Revelations ️♀️
Gaming Addiction
A Gift for Himself?
Manipulation and Anger
A Troubling Scenario
Avoiding the Sister
Learning to Break Patterns
Grateful for Support
The Final Proof
A Sneaky Setup ️♀️
Caught Red-Handed
The Game He Wanted
Rage and Betrayal
Laptop Dreams Shattered
Our protagonist, a 21-year-old graphic design student, had been dreaming of a laptop for university. Her boyfriend knew this and even accepted €150 from her to contribute to the gift. However, on Christmas day, she received a desktop computer instead. This seemingly innocent mistake led to a breakup, as she felt her boyfriend never took her wishes seriously. The relationship was already strained due to his dismissive attitude, lack of affection, and a pattern of ignoring her needs. After the breakup, our protagonist confided in her sister, who made her feel guilty and ungrateful. But as she dug deeper, she discovered her ex’s gaming addiction and the possibility that he bought the computer more for himself than for her. This revelation only fueled her anger and solidified her decision to end the relationship. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
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