Imagine this: you’re face-to-face with your estranged father on his deathbed. He’s asking you to financially support his other family – a family he chose over you. You’ve built your own life, far away from the pain he caused. Now, he’s trying to pull you back in. This is the reality for one man, who now faces a moral dilemma of epic proportions. As he grapples with his father’s request, he can’t help but question: is he in the wrong?
A Childhood of Neglect
The Burden on Mom
The Forgotten Son ♂️
The Absentee Father
Meet the Other Family
The Dying Wish
A Shocking Revelation
The Standoff
The Accusations Fly ️
The Tough Decision ♂️
The Guilt Trip
A Plea for Forgiveness ️
The Unwavering Stance ️
The Final Question ❓
A Family Torn Apart: Is He the Villain or the Victim?
As the drama unfolds, our protagonist, the Forgotten Son, stands firm in his decision. Despite the guilt trips and accusations, he refuses to be the financial lifeline for his father’s other family. He’s been painted as the villain by his father’s side of the family, accused of acting out of spite and hurting innocent children. Yet, he can’t shake off the years of neglect and indifference. As he prepares to move on, he’s left wondering if he’s in the wrong. Let’s see what the court of public opinion has to say about this family feud…
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NTA – Father’s unreasonable demands spark family feud and betrayal.
NTA: Don’t let a dying wish guilt you into anything
Choosing family and mental health over toxic family dynamics.
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“NTA. Supporting ‘other’ family is inappropriate. Let them offer support!”
NTA. Blood doesn’t make family. Your choice, your boundaries.
NTA: Don’t let his crazy family guilt trip you!
NTA. Don’t give them a cent. They’ll keep asking for more
Abandoned child refuses to support gambling father’s new family. NTA
Heartbreaking betrayal by father, stand strong and cut ties
NTA. No obligation to support his side family. No insurance.
NTA comment: Criticizing the deceased’s lack of preparation and suggesting alternatives.
NTA, accused of being a *terrible person* by family. Hypocrisy exposed.
Don’t be the emotional or financial crutch for others’ mistakes.
NTA – Entitled father expects son to clean up his mess
No forgiveness, just live your life and leave the toxic people
NTA: Inheritance drama! Shut down greedy family, take control
You’re not the a**hole for your father’s bad choices.
Heartless abandonment: A son’s shocking response to his dying father
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Outrageous! NTA refuses absurd dying wish, calls out audacity
NTA. Dying isn’t a magic status that entitles you to forgiveness
Supporting strangers? No obligation! Don’t let people guilt-trip you!
Firmly NTA: Your dying wish sparks a family feud
NTA- Don’t let bitterness destroy you, they’re not your responsibility.
Mom refuses to work, comment suggests younger sugar daddy
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Mother’s responsibility to provide for kids. NTA, right?
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Spelling mistake sparks confusion and friendly banter among commenters
NTA – Burdened by toxic aunt, Dad’s dying wish backfires
“NTA. Your father’s family should take responsibility, not you. “
Déjà vu? Familiar comment sparks déjà vu in comment section
Boomers and their dramatic death bed declarations, amirite?
NTA! It’s not your responsibility to take care of strangers
Dad’s entitlement and guilt trip puts family in tough spot
INFO: Are you rich? Did he leave you a fortune? NTA.
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NTA! Don’t feel guilty for not fulfilling his selfish dying wish
Family feud over dying man’s responsibility sparks heated debate
NTA. Father demanding something he has no right to. Congrats on new job!
Don’t fall for the trap! It’s a hellish, never-ending nightmare
You’re not the a**hole for prioritizing your own family.
NTA: Don’t let guilt manipulate you. Take care of yourself
NTA. The ultimate betrayal and a justified response.
NTA: When family fails, sometimes it’s best to let go
Estranged father’s outrageous assumption sparks family feud. NTA for sure!
“He gambled everything on you without ever talking with you? NTA!”
Stand firm, stay strong, and prioritize your own well-being.
NTA. Stand up for yourself and your real family!
Heartbreaking family feud over dying man’s gambling addiction. NTA.
NTA. Don’t let guilt manipulate you. Live your life guilt-free
NTA, recap of dad’s actions: ignored kids, cheated, gambled, abandoned.
Entitled ex demands financial support. NTA, let him suffer
NTA: No responsibility for others’ choices. Love and respect matters.
Defending against family criticism: Stand up for yourself!
NTA comment suggests getting life insurance to avoid burdening family
NTA. No obligation to pay for father’s new family. Terrible.
NTA. Death means no more voting.
NTA: Your dad’s selfishness caused this family feud. Cut ties!
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Not your responsibility! You’re in the clear.
