Woman Contacted By Best Friend's Estranged Parents Asking About Their Daughter, Not Knowing She Passed Away Two Months Earlier
OP and Luna's friendship bloomed in the idyllic days of childhood. They were more than friends; they were confidants, soulmates who shared their dreams and secrets. Luna was OP's sister in spirit, filling a void he never knew existed.
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However, Luna's life was marked by a painful revelation. Growing up in a deeply religious household, she faced the monumental task of revealing her bisexuality to her parents at the tender age of 17. Their reaction was nothing short of a tragedy – they cast her away, a beloved daughter turned into a stranger by their rigid beliefs.
In this darkest hour, Luna found refuge in the loving embrace of OP's family. Their home became her sanctuary, a place where she could rebuild her life from the ruins of rejection.
As she reached adulthood, Luna toiled tirelessly in pursuit of her dreams. Although her family had abandoned her, she never lost her determination.
College remained a distant dream, but she found solace and purpose in her jobs, even if they included work as a stripper and a cashier at McDonald's. Through it all, OP stood steadfast by her side, offering unwavering support.
Then, a heart-wrenching moment shook OP to his core. Two months ago, Luna's light was extinguished, and OP was left to grapple with the unimaginable void her absence created.
Just when it seemed Luna's story had reached its sorrowful conclusion, her parents resurfaced in OP's life. Their sudden interest in their estranged daughter was baffling. They confessed that they had been contemplating their actions, regretting the pain they had caused Luna, and yearning to make amends.
However, OP was harboring a heart-wrenching secret. He had not informed Luna's parents of her passing, and the revelation sparked a tumultuous cascade of emotions. Initial disbelief and anger soon overtook them, accusing OP of keeping their own daughter's death from them.
OP was now entangled in an intricate web of emotions. On one hand, Luna's parents had inflicted deep wounds on their daughter, leading to her alienation and suffering. On the other, they were grieving parents, shattered by the revelation of their child's demise.
Luna was OP's best friend since they were kids
She was raised in a strict, religious household and she was kicked out after she told them she was bisexual
OP stood by her side through thick and thin
2 months ago, Luna passed away
Recently, OP got a phone call from Luna's parents
OP is now wondering if he made a mistake by not telling her parents that she passed away
OP pointed out that Luna's aunt was her next of kin
Don't blame yourself, OP
They deserve it
The consequences of their actions
OP's decision to shield Luna's parents from the knowledge of her passing was born out of complex emotions – a desire to protect her memory from further harm and a reflection of the pain and anger he still harbored.
Was OP wrong in his actions? Should he have revealed Luna's passing to her parents, allowing them to mourn their daughter's loss and seek forgiveness?