Well, well, well… what do we have here? A classic tale of a gal caught between friendship and romance! Our leading lady has found herself in quite the pickle with her good pal Mark, who’s been crushing on her harder than a steamroller on a soda can. Despite turning him down more times than a bed sheet at a 5-star hotel, she still enjoys his company and all the sweet favors he does for her. But is she being a bit too sweet by stringing him along? Let’s dive into this juicy story and find out!
A Tale of Two Friends: The Dilemma Begins
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Mark’s Romantic Interest: The Elephant in the Room
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️ January: The First Official Date
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Breaking It Off: Remaining Friends?
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Moving Day: Mark to the Rescue!
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Road Trip: Mark’s Unwavering Support
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❓ Another Date Request: Mixed Signals Much?
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Sarah’s Perspective: Is It Really Fair?
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Returning the Favor: Cooking and Cleaning for Mark
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Birthday Surprise: A Really Nice Gift
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The Big Talk: Setting Things Straight
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⌚ Birthday Gift Revealed: It Was a Watch!
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♀️ No Romantic Future: The Harsh Truth
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Friendship Over Romance: Mark’s Choice
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Mark’s Persistence: Holding Out Hope?
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️ Another “Friend Date”: Reluctantly Agreed
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♀️ Sarah’s Verdict: It’s On Him Now
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Mark’s Optimism: Reading Between the Lines
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Group Hangout: Avoiding the Awkwardness
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Caring for Mark: Cooking, Cleaning, and More
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A Listening Ear: Always There for Him
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Other Women’s Interest: Mark’s Tunnel Vision
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The Verdict: Is Our Gal Pal Being a Heartbreaker?
Phew, talk about a rollercoaster of emotions! Our leading lady has been enjoying the best of both worlds with Mark – all the perks of a boyfriend without the commitment! ♀️ But is it fair to keep him on the hook while she reaps the benefits? Her bestie Sarah seems to think not! Now, after a heart-to-heart with Mark, our gal pal is left more confused than ever. Will she keep stringing him along, or will she cut the cord and set him free? The internet has spoken, and it’s time to face the music! Let’s see what the masses have to say about this tricky situation…
User calls out OP for using friend and leading him on.

Playing with his emotions and asking for favors? YTA

Is she using him? YTA or NAH?

Is there still a chance for love?

Cruelty and manipulation won’t lead to a healthy relationship

Sending mixed signals to a friend? Be clear. ✔️

Stop leading him on and let him go. YTA

Friend-zoning someone after using them? YTA.

Friend-zoning and using him for favors? YTA and an abuser.

Be honest with him and stop leading him on.

OP is the a**hole and not taking advice.
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Leading someone on for favors? YTA

Being cruel to a friend for favors is disgusting.

Cutting ties for his own good? Tough but necessary decision.

Taking advantage of his feelings makes you the a**hole

Friendship or manipulation?

OP is a selfish friend who wants an orbiter

Curious about the reason for the sudden change in feelings.

Don’t lead people on for favors. YTA

Being a true friend means respecting boundaries. YTA.

Don’t string him along! ♀️ YTA needs to stop.

Don’t string someone along if you’re not interested

Ending the friendship is the only clean way

Be cautious OP, a man who can’t hear “no” is dangerous.

User called out for using ex as boyfriend substitute. YTA

Using friends as tools? Not cool

Respect and let go. Both ESH for not understanding boundaries.

Don’t make promises you can’t keep! YTA

It’s possible to be friends with a crush, just communicate clearly

NTA and free auditions for the role he wants

You played with his heart and now you’re the a**hole

Breadcrumbing and using people for favors is not okay

NTA, but it’s time to cool things off.

Leading him on? Don’t ask for favors. Respect his feelings

Be honest. YTA for leading him on to keep a friend. ♀️

OP is breadcrumbing her friend for favors, ESH but OP more. ♀️

A scathing comment on using others for personal gain.

Don’t use someone for favors after breaking their heart

OP being called out for her selfish behavior

Friendzoning and using him for favors? YTA according to comment.

Unrequited love and bitterness. Moving on is the best revenge.

Leading someone on is never okay. Be clear with your intentions. ❤️

Don’t lead him on. End it and spare his feelings.

Why won’t she date him? Curiosity sparks discussion

Rejected multiple times, used for favors – ESH behavior

Will they take a leap together?

Friend using ex for favors and giving false hope

Defending OP’s actions and calling out Mark’s persistence. ♀️

Limerance can lead to unhealthy attachments and taking advantage. YTA.

User exploiting friend’s feelings, risking dangerous situation. YTA

YTA but maybe it’s time to cut each other off

Ending friendship to avoid using him is morally right.

Don’t use exes for favors ♀️ let them move on

Cutting ties will help him heal and find real love. ❤️

Unintentional heartbreak: a cautionary tale

Breaking hearts for favors? YTA. Free him to move on.

Cut off all contact to help him move on

Don’t tease your friend with fake dates. YTA

Friendship advice: Don’t use people for favors, it’s toxic

Regretting letting a good guy go, now looking for sympathy

Friendship on the rocks, but who’s to blame? ♂️

Don’t use people or you might face the consequences ⚠️

Bitter prediction of OP’s love life
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Friend-zoned and used? YTA for taking advantage of him

Woman taking advantage of ex, still leading him on ♀️

Friend calls out YTA for using ex for favors

Cutting ties with ex to avoid unhealthy relationship. ✅

Using ex’s feelings for favors? YTA and playing games

User and abuser gets called out for her behavior

Don’t string him along, YTA. Plus, think about it…
