My Parents Tried To Give My Inheritance To Their Favorite Daughter, But....- Reddit Family

My Parents Tried To Give My Inheritance To Their Favorite Daughter, But....- Reddit Family
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My Parents Tried To Give My Inheritance To Their Favorite Daughter, But My Grandparents Had A Surprising Twist In Store.
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The story revolves around a 28-year-old man who has lived his life under the shadow of blatant favoritism, with his younger sister Amy always being their parents' favorite. From childhood, Amy received extravagant gifts and attention, while the narrator was often overlooked, despite his academic achievements and efforts to gain their approval.

As they grew older, the disparities became more glaring. Amy was spoiled with the best of everything, while the narrator had to work hard for even the simplest rewards. Despite excelling in school and securing a scholarship to his dream college, his accomplishments were met with indifference from his parents.

The drama intensifies when their grandfather passes away, leaving an equal inheritance to all grandchildren. The narrator’s share of $500,000 could significantly change his life, but his parents insist he gives it to Amy, claiming she needs it more. When he refuses, his parents try to take his inheritance, arguing that they know better what their father would have wanted.

Feeling betrayed, the narrator turns to his grandmother, who reveals that their parents had previously tried to manipulate the grandfather into favoring Amy in his will. The grandfather, however, had insisted on equal treatment for all. With this knowledge, the narrator, supported by his grandmother and extended family, successfully prevents his parents from taking his inheritance.

In the aftermath, the narrator’s relationship with his parents becomes strained. His mother slowly starts to acknowledge her mistakes, but his father remains unrepentant. Meanwhile, Amy, after some reflection, apologizes and begins to take steps toward independence, inspired by her brother's stance. The narrator finds solace in his strengthened bond with his grandmother and some extended family members, and he starts to heal from the emotional scars of his childhood.

He uses his inheritance wisely, paying off debts, investing in his future, and even considering starting a community center. The experience teaches him the importance of self-worth, setting boundaries, and breaking the cycle of favoritism. The story ends on a hopeful note, with the narrator looking forward to building healthier relationships and a brighter future.
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[ladieyasha]

This is giving me, OP isn't his father's biological son, vibes.

[chung]

It’s nice to see that Op and his sister Amy had been slowly reconciling

[sjmcc]

7:34 "should have handled it in house" so should have caved, since OP did try that first and was ignored.

[dutchman]

For those who are going through this, STAND YOUR GROUND! Don’t let people walk on you, no matter who it is.

[Karsito-rhrs]

The dad is willing to commit a crime just to make sure his daughter got treated better than his son💀

[jessicagomez]

"family comes first over money" lol theb why they parents so worried about money?

[carmenherbert]

This is about the sixth time I've heard this story, always with a slightly different cast of characters. I was glad they kept to the format of having OP win the 5th grade science fair - always one of my favourite details 😂

[lrichardson]

Love how real these stories are. I just sit back and think 'wow, this really happened.' None of the details repeat between them or anything.

[orionzervakos]

"Our parents let out startled gas" 😂 they tooted

[deingirl]

So sad As a teacher I have seen this. Those kids I told them they are my kids, show them extra love and just be there for them

[shadowsnake]

Just for trying it should immediately mean they get nothing from the inheritance and be put in crippling debt.

[Cheesy_Garlic_Bread]

Peace in the family takes precedence when family treats YOU like family. If what op says is represented accurately, your family doesn’t care about you. They see you as a burden. If they believed in you they would have invested in you like your sister. Take the money like peepaw wanted, and let them burn their own bridge with the greater family.

[BrunoRafaBR]

Always stand you ground, if a negative is all it takes for your family to abandon you, they were not your family, just your parents.

[anjanettemiddlebrooks]

I would have done my parents a favor and just stopped talking to them

[treehouse]

OP, lawyers, lawyers, lawyers. Then, go no contact with the two people who absolutely hate you. The parents are narcissists. OP should be careful if Amy who could be playing the long game.

[sigmazero]

“Suffered me greatly” is the most ESL thing I’ve heard all night

[scotthinger]

I think OP is an afair child. Anyone thinking the same.

[andreasul]

People: It's so bad you're treated this way

Also people: You should just allow bad people to treat you bad because it's peacefull for the rest of us.

[bradonhoover]

"It's selfish to harm your family bond over something as trivial as money issues"
Yes, you're right, THEY ARE being selfish by trying to ACTIVELY STEAL my inheritance which they are ALREADY RECEIVING EXACTLY AS MUCH OF without considering how it affects my familial bond with them! Thank you very much for acknowledging it!

[kimsmith]

OP shouldn't trust Amy or their mother. Men bully with aggression. Women bully with tears. This isn't 100% by any means but is typical. Amy and Mom are playing a long con.