Shocking Incident Rocks Lady’s Supposedly ‘Perfect’ Relationship, Leaving Her Contemplating Axing Their Four-Year Romance

“I can’t look at him the same way again.”

Jesse

• Published in Interesting
• November 27, 2023

Our narrator (Original Poster) believed she had the perfect boyfriend. He was always there when she needed him, a lifeline in tough times, and even a helping hand to her mom—the perfect boyfriend.

Well, almost perfect—a disturbing incident from a year and a half ago forever shattered the flawless image of him she so dearly clung to.

They were at OP’s pre-birthday celebration courtesy of her BFF. Laughter echoed, glasses clinked, and even OP and her best friend had more than their fair share of overflowing glasses.

They lay face down on the ground in joyful intoxication, chatting like besties do, when suddenly, an ill-conceived prank unfolded.

Her best friend's male acquaintance decided to play the “jester” and inappropriately slapped them both on their butts—OP didn’t find this funny at all.

She was too drunk and didn’t know how to react, but the real shocker? OP's boyfriend stood silent after witnessing this invasive act.

The drama escalated the next day, on OP’s actual birthday. Her boyfriend's fury was directed not at the actual offender but at a bewildered OP.

She found herself apologizing, but his anger only got worse. OP finally lost it; she came at him for not swooping to her rescue like a caring boyfriend should. 

Suddenly, in a surreal moment, he brandished a wine bottle poised to attack. A gasp from OP pushed him to right himself, but the damage had already been done. 

Now he is talking about marriage, but OP remains haunted by the incident; she doesn’t feel safe. Was the incident bad enough to throw away her four-year relationship?

Let’s dig into the details

A little background

OP and her boyfriend argued all the way home. But everything took a different turn when he showed signs of violence

It’s been a year since the incident, but it still haunts OP till this day

Here’s how the Reddit community reacted to the story:

”This is not a healthy relationship. Leave now before it gets worse.”

“Don't marry this guy. Don't even date this guy. Don't try to stick it out with him in the hopes that he'll get better.“

“He will get mad enough in the future to actually physically hurt you.”

“You know deep down you can't trust him and his anger.“

“This will escalate and it will get worse. Run far, run fast.“

“My ex did stuff like this, imagine having kids see him throw a high chair across the room.”

“You were the one that was hurt and his inability to deal with his emotions lead him to nearly take it out on you.”

Redditors were alarmed at his disturbing reaction to an incident completely outside her control. It was bad enough that he didn’t stand up for her at the party; this was a colossal red flag.

He might have been able to restrain himself now, but the uncertainty of the future poses a risk.

Reddit unanimously advises OP to terminate the relationship without delay—gambling with her safety for any longer is a risk too great to take.

What do you think about this story? Let us know in the comments.

Jesse