AITA for Cancelling My Brother's Wedding Update: The Aftermath
Original Post:
I cancelled my brother's wedding the day before it was supposed to happen. He was going to marry his girlfriend of 5 years, but I found out she had been cheating on him with his best friend for the entire duration of their relationship. I told him the day before because I couldn't let him walk down the aisle blind, even if it meant destroying his dream day. Everyone is mad at me and thinks I was wrong. AITA?
Update:
It's been a few weeks since I posted this, and things have been... chaotic. My brother, thankfully, is starting to see that I did the right thing. He's still hurting, but he's also starting to understand the depth of the betrayal.
The fallout has been intense:
- My family: My parents are furious. They think I should have kept my mouth shut and let him "figure it out" himself. They also believe I've ruined his future happiness and that his fiancée will never forgive him.
- My brother's friends: Many of them, including the best friend (who knew about the affair all along), are now siding with my brother's ex. They've been spreading rumors that I'm jealous and just wanted to break up the wedding.
- My brother's ex: As expected, she's angry. She's claiming I'm the one who ruined their relationship and that she would have eventually told my brother the truth.
However, there are a few bright spots:
- My brother: He's slowly but surely coming around to my side. He's now aware of the extent of the betrayal and how his ex had been manipulating him for years. He's also started to see that his friends weren't truly friends but rather enablers of his ex.
- My support system: Although my family is upset, I do have a few close friends who understand my decision and have been incredibly supportive.
I'm still feeling the pressure of the situation. It's difficult to see my family so angry with me, and the gossip is hurtful. However, I'm trying to stay strong and remember that I did the right thing. My brother needs to know the truth, and I'm glad I was able to help him see it.
I'm still not sure what the future holds, but I'm hoping this whole ordeal will bring my brother and me closer. I love him and want him to be happy.
What do you think? Am I still the a-hole?
