Imagine the person who made your school life a living hell suddenly becoming a part of your family. This is the reality for a woman who found herself in the unusual situation of having her middle school bully as her brother-in-law. Now, she’s facing backlash from her family for refusing to consider him as such. Let’s dive into this intriguing story…
A Bully in the Family

A Blast from the Past

School Daze

A Twist in the Tale

Bully’s Reaction

Life Goes On

Close Quarters

Family Tensions

The Unspoken Past

The Truth Comes Out

Family’s Reaction

Her Stand

Unresolved Issues

Unexpected Response

In a Nutshell

Bully Turned Brother-in-Law: A Grudge That Won’t Fade
In a world where forgiveness is often preached, one woman stands her ground against her former school bully who is now her brother-in-law. Despite the passage of time and the pressure from her family, she refuses to consider him as ‘family’. While some may argue that it’s time to bury the hatchet, she firmly believes that being cordial is the best she can offer. What do you think? Is she holding onto the past or standing up for herself? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
Reconciliation starts with an apology, not just “letting it go”

BIL continues to bully OP as an adult. NTA.

NTA. Brother-in-law never apologized or made an effort to know you. What does your husband think?

“NTA. but… why did you marry his brother?”

NTA, SIL is the only a**hole. You were fine, she rocked the boat

Unresolved grudges and supportive spouse: Forgiveness or confrontation?

“ESH” – A ticking bomb waiting to explode in this family.

NTA. Family ties don’t excuse toxic behavior

“NTA. Time doesn’t fix everything. Congrats on keeping it classy.”

INFO: How does this affect your relationships? NTA, but…

Bullies can change: from enemies to friends

Demanding an apology from the BIL for making life hell. NTA

NTA. Unforgiven grudges and a**hole family members. Capsize the damn boat

Standing up to the bully-turned-relative and creating a happy family

BIL refuses to apologize, now it’s not your problem anymore

Traumatizing childhood bullying and family ties – a nightmare scenario

Curious about the husband’s feelings? NTA, but still interesting!

“Old hurts can run deep. You don’t owe him a damn thing.”

Unforgiven grudges: No spooning with your former bully! NTA

NTA. Unforgivable bullying. Marrying bully’s brother is ultimate revenge

Perpetrator must prove remorse; family victim-blaming for peace

Middle school grudges resurface as brother-in-law meddles. NTA prevails!

NTA: Dealing with a bully-turned-brother-in-law and his toxic partner
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BIL marries bully-like wife, proving they’re a perfect match!

From bully to brother-in-law: A consistent, unrepentant garbage ️

Trauma from bullying lasts a lifetime. NTA for ignoring bullies.

Get revenge on your bully-turned-brother-in-law by exposing his past!

NTA, childhood grudges can complicate family dynamics

NTA for holding a grudge! ♀️ But everyone sucks here. ♀️

NTA. Overcoming childhood bullying and toxic family dynamics.

Unforgiven grudge against brother-in-law, NTA, f**k that guy

Forgiveness is a personal choice. NTA for setting boundaries.

NTA. BIL needs to apologize for a chance at reconciliation.

From bully to doctor: A disturbing twist of fate
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Unapologetic bully tries to sabotage marriage, but you stay cordial

Doctor bully? The real AH here is med school. NTA

Curious about husband’s relationship with his brother? Not the a**hole.

NTA – A bully turned brother-in-law without remorse. In-laws complicit?

Choosing not to associate with a terrible person
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Middle school bully turned adult bully ruins relationship and wedding.

No problems here! NTA, as long as you’re both happy

Demanding an apology before embracing the bully-turned-brother-in-law
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Unforgiven grudges: No apology, no forgiveness.

Holding grudges against bullies-turned-family: Nah, NTA!

NTA – A lifelong bully refuses to apologize. Will family reconcile?

NTA. SIL needs to lower her expectations for your relationship.

Bully-turned-brother-in-law: Unchanged and unforgiven.

Bullied in school? I’ve got your back! NTA all the way!

Overcoming childhood bullies and finding peace with a cordial approach

Sibling tensions arise when SIL tries to force a close bond

Rejected by brother-in-law, but who needs toxic family?

Validating NTA’s feelings: family dynamics and personal boundaries

NTA! Don’t just get over it, stand up for yourself!

No obligation to play happy families if he never apologized

NTA – Forgiving past bullying, but drawing the line at disrespectful comments.

Demanding apologies and making amends: the unforgiven grudges. NTA

NTA. Family isn’t about blood, it’s about love and respect.

Bullying scars can last a lifetime. No attempt at amends.

Not the a**hole. Tell us more about this juicy drama!

Unapologetic bully turned AH brother-in-law ruins family dynamics

Facing the past: Cleaning up our own bullsh*t

Polite and cordial despite his unapologetic behavior? You’re a saint!

“NTA” – Not the a**hole. Tell us more about this story!
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Demanding apologies? NTA! But why are they avoiding him?

NTA. Address the problem and expect cordiality from BIL

NTA stands up against bullying and sets healthy boundaries.

NTA. Bullying scars can take years to heal. Forgiveness requires apology.

Unapologetic brother-in-law and enabling wife create a toxic dynamic.

Family doesn’t do that! NTA for cutting ties
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NTA: Brother-in-law ignoring OP, why is she getting involved?

Valid feelings, sympathy, and owed apology. NTA.

Dealing with a bully turned family member: Maintain civility

Demanding a sincere apology from the clueless bully-in-law. NTA

BIL’s vendetta: NTA forgave, but BIL keeps stirring the pot

NTA. Unforgiven grudges: when your bully becomes your brother-in-law

Unforgivable grudges: NTA, scars run deep
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NTA- Justified resentment towards toxic in-laws, consider setting boundaries

NTA. Demand he makes amends.

Empowering NTA: Reclaiming your healing journey from unsympathetic individuals

NTA. Apologize and mend fences for a chance at reconciliation

Unforgiven grudges: NTA dislikes brother-in-law for unapologized actions

Demanding apologies for past wrongs. Holding grudges forever?
