Man Agrees To Reconcile With Dad But Has A Secret Motive

A man’s relationship with his dad has never been good, but when his mom passed away, he saw an opportunity to get back something that was special to her. Read on to find out what happened when he agreed to meet his estranged father and how his sister’s reaction has caused him to question whether he was in the wrong.

Son’s motive for reconciling with absentee dad revealed

Childhood trauma leads to hidden revenge plot

Lost bracelet holds sentimental value in family reconciliation plot

A mentor’s role in a toxic family dynamic ❤️

Father accused of stealing sentimental graduation bracelet, family drama ensues

A lost love after a divorce, a mother’s pain.

Heartbreaking loss of a loved one and finding support elsewhere.

Reconnecting with dad after apology, but motive not so genuine

Sibling seeks reconciliation with dad to retrieve stolen bracelet

A son’s secret motive for reconciling with his dad

Father and son reconcile after years of distance ❤️

Son confronts dad for mom’s bracelet in emotional reunion

Lost item returned after years with emotional baggage.

Son pretends to reconcile with dad but has other plans

Sister angry as man’s secret motive ruins dad reconciliation plan.

Reconciling for selfish reasons? A moral dilemma

Sibling loyalty clouds sister’s perception of dad’s reconciliation motives.

Man reunites with estranged father for a secret reason

A man with a hidden motive reunites with his estranged father after his mother’s death. The man’s mother had a special bracelet given to her by her mentor, which was stolen by the father during their divorce. The man agreed to meet his father to get the bracelet back but never guaranteed a relationship. After getting the bracelet, he decided not to pursue a relationship with his father, causing tension with his sister. Was he wrong for reuniting with his father for a secret motive? Let’s take a look at what people have to say.

Receiving support and advice after confronting estranged father for stolen property.

NTA. Dad’s not truly remorseful. OP owes him nothing.

Heartbreaking situation with manipulative father and grieving siblings

Reclaiming your mother’s property doesn’t make you an a**hole.

Heartbreaking story of stolen jewelry, NTA. Empathy for OP.

Bracelet returned, relationship not. You owe him nothing.

Standing up for mom , taking no sh*t from dad

A heartwarming gesture brings comfort in a time of grief ❤️

Cutting out toxic people: NTA’s sister should shush

Honoring mom’s memory: NTA for keeping the bracelet

Reconciliation with strings attached, but NTA for holding back.

Stealing something sentimental to cause pain? Not cool

Father’s behavior was unacceptable, keep the bracelet safe ❤️

Reconciliation failed, toxic dad still an a**hole. Light manipulation justified

Commenter shares personal story of stolen jewelry, praises OP’s perseverance

No sympathy for distant dad who doesn’t deserve reconciliation ‍♂️

Man steals, returns item; commenter suggests cutting ties. ❌

Family drama and stolen property, is reconciliation even possible?

Setting boundaries with family – justified or too harsh?

Petty but genius move? NTA steals after mom’s damage.

Commenter celebrates karma with sassy attitude. ‍♀️

Son confronts thieving dad, recovers stolen item. NTA

Recovering mom’s stolen ring from ex’s family: a wild ride

Agreement with dad ends well for commenter.

Commenter wishes for justified a**hole judgement

Commenter sympathizes with OP and condemns dad’s behavior

Sister’s move was unfair but NTA for not wanting reconciliation

Not the a-hole, but what’s the secret motive?

Condolences to commenter’s loss, justified motive for reconciliation.

Commenter questions the motive behind reconciliation

Taking revenge on a bad dad? Crush his hopes too!

Justified YTA (E-H-S?) for recovering mom’s bracelet

Commenter justifies OP’s decision to not reconcile with father.

User shares personal story of manipulating their father for justice

Cherish the love of those who matter, not the toxic ones. ❤️

Deception exposed! Commenter exposes liar with NTA judgment.

Don’t feel guilty for not wanting a relationship with an absentee father. You’re NTA.

OP gets validation for clever move – NTA

OP’s deception pales in comparison to the dad’s actions

Unforgiven: Commenter calls out insincerity of father’s remorse

A stolen memento and a biased sister – NTA wins.

Heartwarming gesture but with a hidden motive. NTA for sure ❤️

NTA. Forgiveness should come from the heart

Cutting toxic family ties: NTA comment inspires moving on ‍♂️

Honesty without sincerity? NTA calls out OP’s motives

NTA. Father’s manipulation and dishonesty ruined any chance of reconciliation

Commenter supports OP’s actions and celebrates their success

Consider forgiveness for your own peace of mind

Commenter supports OP in reconciling with dad despite anger.

Replacing a bad dad, NTA

Son stands up to gaslighting dad, keeps his distance

Heartfelt comment brings closure to late loved one’s memory ❤️

Reconciling with dad: righting karmic scales or obligation?

A satisfying end to a heartwarming story ✌️

Encouraging response to person standing up for themselves!

Dad steals mom’s bracelet, lies to his kids. NTA.

Not the a**hole and a job well done

Compassionate response to father-son reunion after mother’s passing ❤️

Not the a-hole! But what’s the secret motive?

Regaining a treasured item doesn’t excuse his past behavior

Honesty is key. NTA for keeping what was rightfully yours.

Empathetic response to OP’s decision to reconcile with father

Don’t let your dad’s past mistakes consume you. NTA ‍♂️

Manipulation with a good outcome? NTA approves!

Reconciliation with dad, but stealing from him? Not cool

Standing up to deadbeat dads! NTA

Commenter praised for being a hero

Not the a-hole, but what’s the motive?

Sibling hypocrisy exposed over dad’s theft, NTA stands firm.

Choosing yourself over appeasement is the right decision

Taking back what’s yours

Returning something for selfish motives makes him an a**hole

Act of love: Stranger reconciles with dad for mom’s treasured gift ❤️

Daughter’s stolen bracelet returned, dad disappointed. NTA wins.