Man Refuses To Reimburse Ex-Wife $25 for Son’s Accidental Fortnite Purchase Using Her Debit Card, Asks If They're A-Hole

"There was no way I was responsible for him making that purchase on her debit card."

Sophia

• Published in Interesting
• July 2, 2024

Navigating co-parenting can be a tricky task, especially when it comes to finances and unexpected expenses. A recent Reddit post highlights just how complicated these situations can become.

A father bought his 13-year-old son a Fortnite gift card, which seems straightforward enough. However, things took a turn when the boy accidentally used his mother’s debit card, saved on his computer, to purchase an additional $25 worth of game credits.

When the mother discovered the charge, she immediately texted the father, asking for reimbursement. She expected him to Venmo her the money right away.

The father, however, didn’t see it as his responsibility to cover the accidental purchase made on her card. His response, which included laughing emojis, likely didn’t help the situation.

Now, they’re at an impasse, with the mother feeling justified in asking for the money and the father feeling it’s not his responsibility.

These kinds of situations are more common than you might think and bring to light the challenges of managing finances and responsibilities in a co-parenting setup. Whether it’s about game credits, school fees, or any unexpected costs, clear communication and understanding are essential.

Without them, even minor issues can quickly escalate into significant conflicts, straining the co-parenting relationship further.

Just take a look at this...

OP's 13-year-old son accidentally spent $25 from his mom's debit card while redeeming a Fortnite gift card.

He learned two hours later through a text, explaining the incident and requesting immediate repayment via Venmo.

He responded with laughing emojis, denying responsibility for the purchase, but she insists he should pay $25.

Edit: He appreciates all the replies, except the trolls. Thanks to those who said YTA.

Though OP may disagree, perspective helps him grow. He'll keep striving to improve.

Scroll down to see what people had to say...

His parents' co-parenting game was so strong, they turned divorce bitterness into a bitter-less victory lap!

Next time, gift cards come with a tutorial and a disclaimer: "Proceed with caution—no unexpected charges included!"

Drop the emojis and absurd requests. Solve it like adults, not toddlers. Everyone's an asshole here.

Uh... maybe the kid saw a chance to yoink $25 from OP and ex.

Time to pick: Responsible parenting talk or emoji roulette? Decisions, decisions!

NTA for refusing to pay. Her card, her responsibility—simple as that!

NTA. Debit card on his computer? She wants $25? Blessings for the ex!

NTA. Tell her to call the bank or Fortnite for a refund.

He's NTA; he gave a gift card, not a debit card tutorial.

NTA. She needs to keep her card in check—like a responsible adult should!

Sounds like Mom's got a teachable moment on her hands—and it's definitely not his responsibility!

ESH. Time for a united front: make the kid earn that $25 back!

He's NTA. Secure the card and teach the kid to game responsibly—lesson learned!

NTA. Laughing off a silly mistake isn't being an asshole; it's human nature.

He's NTA. "Sorry about luck, but maybe it's time for a refund hunt!"

She can get a refund; it's not rocket science. Been there, done that!

In the world of co-parenting, sometimes a $25 mistake can cost you more than just money—it can cost you peace of mind. If only Fortnite offered in-game conflict resolution tools, we'd all be better off. Who knew virtual battles could spark real-life skirmishes?

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Sophia