Picture this: a 20-year-old stepsibling, responsible for babysitting their 8-year-old stepbrother, Ethan, discovers he’s double dating in middle school! Ethan has a girlfriend, Cindy, but also starts seeing Jess from after-school activities. The older sibling, who has experienced the pain of infidelity firsthand, decides to teach Ethan a lesson in honesty and integrity. But when their stepmom finds out, she’s not happy. Was it a valuable lesson, or did the older sibling overstep their boundaries? Let’s dive into the story!
Meet Ethan and His Middle School Love Life

The Babysitter’s Dilemma

A Middle School Love Triangle Emerges

Ethan’s Secret: Two Girlfriends, Zero Honesty

A Lesson in Honesty and Integrity

The Painful Past: Cheating Hits Home

Ethan Confronts His Double Dating Dilemma

Cindy’s Response: Forgiveness and Friendship

Ethan’s Relief: The Power of Honesty

Pride in a Difficult Lesson Learned

Stepmom’s Fury: Crossing the Line?

Babysitter or Parent? The Argument Escalates ️

Infidelity and Family: The Bitter Truth

Stepmom’s Ultimatum: Not Welcome Anymore

A Lesson in Honesty or Overstepping Boundaries? The Internet Weighs In ♀️
So, our protagonist teaches their 8-year-old stepbrother, Ethan, a lesson in honesty after discovering his middle school double dating secret. But when stepmom finds out, she’s furious, accusing the older sibling of overstepping their boundaries as a babysitter. The heated argument reveals the painful history of infidelity in the family. Was it a valuable lesson for young Ethan, or did the 20-year-old go too far? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
Stepbrother’s mom calls her a babysitter, but she’s teaching him basic human fundamentals. NTA

Teaching kids social norms: NTA did a great job!

Sibling teaches honesty and morals to younger brother. NTA

Calling out cheating leads to family drama. NTA wins.
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NTA. OP teaches valuable lesson, stepmom upset about being called out.

A polyamory perspective on double dating with consent reminder

Standing up to infidelity accusations earns NTA judgement.

NTA stands up to step-sister’s hypocrisy, commenters speculate her motives
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Teaching honesty to stepbrother’s double dating drama.

Stepbrother’s step-sibling is NTA and a great role model

Being a role model for your stepbrother.

Teaching respect over infidelity implications. NTA

Supportive step-sibling teaches valuable lessons, NTA

Former mistress upset over child standing against infidelity

NTA commenter applauds lesson on fidelity with fire emojis

Encouraging comment on teaching kids to be decent human beings

Commenter questions father’s role in double dating drama

Teaching honesty: Big sibling goals

Stepbrother’s babysitter drama sparks uncomfortable questions in the future

Curious commenter questions 8-year-old’s middle school status

Being honest with kids about mistakes makes you more trustworthy

Confusion and disbelief over polyamory in an eight-year-old’s discussion

Family drama and babysitting woes, but NTA prevails
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NTA handled the situation maturely and lovingly

Teaching a basic lesson: NTA and not overstepping boundaries
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Teaching honesty to step-siblings early on.
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Stepmom bans son’s visit over double dating drama. NTA wins.

Stepbrother’s step-sister is NTA and stands up for family values

Debating age-appropriate dating, but clarification clears confusion
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Stepbrother’s hospitality raises questions about father’s opinion

Babysitter or not? A comment on correcting other people’s kids.

Commenter calls out OP for not rewarding stepbrother’s honesty ♂️

Teaching accountability and honesty. NTA for valuable lesson.

Proud NTA stands up for honesty and family values

Teaching kids honesty and empathy at a young age
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Impressive handling of situation by 20-year-old step-sibling

Calling out stepmom’s hypocrisy. NTA.

Being a great sister and role model, NTA strikes a chord
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Teaching honesty: NTA!

Teaching stepbrother honesty, but stepmom’s reaction causes tension

Sibling support! NTA comment shuts down entitled sister

Stepbrother defends dad, stepmom gets called out. NTA wins

Stepmom projecting? NTA wins in double dating drama!

Big sister gives good advice, NTA for not babysitting

Calling out a cheater

Standing up for honesty and getting called out for it ♀️
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Honesty is the best policy, even if it’s not always easy

Curious comment raises questions about family dynamics
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Stepmother’s projection leads to NTA’s valuable life lessons

Being a positive role model is important

Strong reaction to ex-stepmother, justified or too harsh?

Defending OP’s lesson on integrity and honesty.

NTA commenter defends stepmom’s past affair, but supports OP’s actions.
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Commenter calls out mom’s lack of morals, declares NTA

A child’s innocent actions may reflect the household’s infidelity history ♂️

Heartwarming comment defending OP’s actions and calling out Ethan’s mom.

Sibling loyalty wins! NTA for looking out for brother

Sibling advice: NTA for helping stepbrother with dating drama
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Stepbrother’s love life surprises commenter, who supports him.

Stepmom’s insecurity fuels her reaction to NTA’s honesty

No a-hole here! Let’s hear more about this drama.

Teaching a lesson or overstepping? Home wrecker drama ♀️
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Stepmom’s ego hindering son’s morals. #NTA

Teaching integrity: Stepbrother learns from stepsister, not his mom.

Not the a**hole, but what’s the drama about? �onfused

Teaching stepbrother a lesson handled perfectly. NTA

NTA for teaching stepbrother accountability and empathy. Forget wicked stepmother.

Stepmom’s anger is likened to a hen in a garden

Different perspective? Accusations of turning son against mother.

Raising thoughtful and honest humans
