Prom Night Plot Twist: The Dance of Deception

We all remember the anticipation, the excitement, the drama of prom night. But for one high school senior, the usual teenage angst has taken a turn into the realm of deception and manipulation. This young man, let’s call him ‘Lumberjack’, found himself in a sticky situation when his friend ‘B’ orchestrated a plot to be his prom date. But here’s the twist: Lumberjack had no romantic interest in B and had planned to skip the prom altogether. Let’s delve into this high school drama that’s as intriguing as it is relatable.

Meet the Characters

The Unrequited Crush

The Prom Predicament

The Initial Plan

The Plot Thickens

The Uncomfortable Revelation

The Deception Unveiled

Parents’ Perspectives ‍ ‍

The Dilemma

The Plea for Advice

The Aftermath ️

Prom Night Plot Twist: A Dance of Deception Unraveled ️‍♂️

In a twist that could rival any high school drama, our protagonist ‘Lumberjack’ found himself caught in a web of deceit, spun by his friend ‘B’, who had an unrequited crush on him. When B manipulated the prom partner assignment to ensure she was paired with Lumberjack, he felt deceived and uncomfortable, leading him to reconsider attending the prom altogether. His parents had mixed reactions, with his mother understanding his predicament, while his father accused him of potentially ruining B’s prom night. Amidst the drama, Lumberjack is left pondering how to navigate this situation without hurting B’s feelings. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

NTA. Worst prom ever! No dancing, manipulative adults, and weird rules

NTA, skip prom, talk to B honestly about your discomfort.

NTA. Dude, you’re being stalked. Stand up for yourself!

NTA – Privacy violation. No one should be forced to dance.

Stupid prom rules and creepy partner assignments? NTA, stand your ground!

Skipping prom for quality time with K

Rejecting a prom date: NTA, but how to break it gently?

NTA. Prom drama: lies, rejection, and shady behavior.

No obligation to attend social activities you don’t want to

“NTA. B’s behavior is manipulative and immature. Tell your mentor.”

INFO: Clear communication is key to avoid misunderstandings and hurt feelings

Prom night: To go or not to go? NTA’s anxiety-inducing dilemma

Outrageous plot twist! NTA stands up against unfair expectations

NTA, but beware of emotional manipulation and abuse.

Lying in a relationship? Not cool! NTA for exposing them

NTA. Stand up for yourself and be honest with B.

“NTA What is prom if there’s no dancing? But more importantly…”

Prom night: A pointless dance? ‍♀️

Avoiding a creepy dance partner with false hope. NTA.

“NTA This is a lot of manipulation going on. Is B okay? I mean, does she have attachment issues? Men get mad at women all the time for ‘leading them on,’ when a girl just happens to look in their direction. Just because a woman smiles at you doesn’t mean she wants you to propose marriage. But this is almost the reverse of that. This situation feels like a weirdly switched version. If you two happen to go to prom together and then do the slow-dance together, it’ll turn into a thing where you led *her* on, even though you didn’t mean to do that at all. It’s like she’s trying to spot check all these romantic plot-devices so that you’ll suddenly realize that B was the girl you loved all along. Going to prom? CHECK! It’s a huge deal for a lot of people, and being ‘assigned’ a partner doesn’t necessarily take away from the seriousness of it. Dancing a romantic slow dance? CHECK! Aren’t dance secquences a plot device in pretty much every Jane Austen novel? And other novels? You are close, you move around each other, you stare into each other’s eyes. If she forces all of these romantic scenes on you, you will *have* to start to like her. And then it will be worse than before. It’s not your place to protect her from getting your heart broken when the person she is chasing after is not interested. She is trying to shoot her shot in the weirdest way possible, by manipulating the situation in her favor. Also, You like someone else. B likely knows this, and is not respecting your relationship.” – Seems like B is trying to turn prom into a rom-com

Concerned OP seeks advice on dealing with a manipulative classmate

Rejected prom date tries to ruin my night. No more contact!

NTA. Prom isn’t a requirement. Take her on a romantic date

Dad wants me to go to prom with someone I hate

Stand your ground! Don’t let anyone pressure you!

Assigned dance partners? Talk to the school!

NTA, be honest with B and address the unhealthy relationship.

Skipping prom for a friend? NTA, dance with ‘K’ instead!

NTA. Prom drama: no dancing, assigned partners, and dangerous manipulations.

NTA. Prom nightmare: a clingy date turned stalker.

Senior shares experience of manipulative prom rules and gender double standards.

Netflix, how much for the rights? This plot is gold!

Stand up for your original date and make prom memorable

NTA. Be honest and clear with her about your feelings.

No dancing allowed? Seriously? That’s a plot twist!

Be honest with B to avoid a heartbreaking prom disaster

NTA. Friend has a crush, but her actions are extreme

Gender reversal challenges societal double standards.

NTA. Stand up for yourself against manipulative friend

NTA. Don’t let her manipulate you into an uncomfortable situation.

Deception at Prom: NTA exposes the truth about assigned dates

NTA. Be honest with B about your lack of interest.

Escape the prom drama and have a blast with K!

NTA. Prom drama, manipulative friends, and standing up for yourself!

NTA: Honesty is the best policy, but family dynamics complicate things

Skipping prom? NTA! Life goes on, do what you prefer

NTA – Rejecting a stalker: honesty is the best policy

Prom drama? Nah, have a fun night with K!

NTA: Prom sounds lame, reject B honestly for better friendship.

Beware of B! Stay safe and drink responsibly

Prom night tradition and consent: Why dancing with anyone matters

NTA. Skip prom, take your date elsewhere, and have fun!

Skip the prom, explain your reasons, and walk away guilt-free

Empowering choice: NTA. Your body, your rules

Prom without a date? The struggle is real

Rejecting Dude B: Avoid the drama and end it now

NTA OP, beware of manipulative friends. Trust your instincts!

NTA. Prom traditions are weird! Skip the drama and manipulation.

Gender reversal highlights the creepiness of unwanted attention

Skip prom, let everyone know you have conflicting plans. NTA

Proms: Waste of time and money? NTA says enjoy elsewhere!

NTA, school forcing partner, tell B ASAP, hope she finds fun

NTA – Don’t reward her poor behavior, have an honest conversation