"Addie needs to have consequences for her actions, even if that means she has less money for college"

Redditor Sparks Outrage For Demanding That His Brother Fixes The Car His Daughter Damaged, Even If It Means Taking Money From Her College Fund

In a tale of family dynamics and tough decisions, our narrator (Original Poster), a caring brother, finds himself caught in a moral conundrum. Let's dive into the story of this Redditor, his brother Mike, Mike's teenage daughter Addie, and the unexpected twist that has sparked a debate within their family.

It all began when Mike gifted Addie a car for her sweet sixteenth birthday. However, a mere two months later, tragedy struck as Addie found herself involved in an accident for which she was entirely responsible. The car was totaled, and Mike, having already fulfilled his parental duty, decided not to purchase another vehicle for his daughter.

Recently, Mike had to embark on a business trip, leaving Addie without a car since she now uses his own. In a bid to find a temporary solution, he turns to OP and requests that he lend Addie his car for a few days.

Despite some reluctance, OP agrees to lend a helping hand. But little did he know that this act of kindness would come at a steep price.

Upon returning to retrieve his car, OP is informed by Mike that Addie accidentally filled it with diesel, causing serious damage. Left with no choice, he has the car towed to a repair shop, demanding reimbursement of the repair costs from Mike.

The problem is this reimbursement will be coming out of Addie's college fund. This turn of events puts OP in a predicament—on the one hand, he has the financial means to cover the expenses himself, but on the other, he believes in the importance of holding Addie accountable for her actions.

As emotions run high, the story takes an unexpected twist, leaving OP grappling with accusations of selfishness.

Check out the verdict of the Reddit community below.

Let's dig into the details

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Mike asked OP to lend Addie his car for a few days, as she didn't have any to make use of

Mike asked OP to lend Addie his car for a few days, as she didn't have any to make use of

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Addie ended up damaging the car, which would cost $1500 to repair. Mike agreed to pay, however, the money will be coming out of Addie's college fund, and OP is determined to make her face the consequences of her actions

Addie ended up damaging the car, which would cost $1500 to repair. Mike agreed to pay, however, the money will be coming out of Addie's college fund, and OP is determined to make her face the consequences of her actions

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Now OP's sister is accusing him of being selfish

Now OP's sister is accusing him of being selfish

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

"Addie needs to get a job and pay for something to learn the value of a dollar"

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"Addie should get a summer job to pay for that $1,500....Depending on how hard she works, you could cut her a break if she's a little short"

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"She’s already proven to be an awful driver, and It’s not on you to take a financial hit for their poor parenting."

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"NTA-how do you even accidentally use diesel? She probably should not be driving a car unaccompanied."

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"NTA just b/c you have the means to cover it doesn’t mean you should have to."

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Amidst the escalating family tensions and a barrage of accusations, OP remains caught at a moral crossroads.

Wrestling with conflicting feelings of responsibility and compassion, he contemplates whether his choice to pursue reimbursement from Addie's college fund was a fair consequence or an act driven by deeper emotions.

What do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.

Jesse