My Step Son Disrespects My Kids and Makes Mess in Our Home, While Husband Stays Silent – I Taught Him Some Manners
When Lisa’s once-polite stepson Jake grew into a rebellious teen and caused havoc in their home, a summer stay with the family descended into chaos. When Lisa realized money was missing from her wallet, it was the last straw that made her act rashly.
My stepson Jake showed up on a bright June day. My name is Lisa, and I’m married to Mark. I’m in my mid-40s. Eight-year-old Emma and six-year-old Noah are our two kids together. Jake is Mark’s other child from his first marriage.
Now sixteen, Jake used to visit every couple years. It felt different this summer from when he was charming and courteous. Hopefully, it was just teenage drama.
“Hello, Jake! How did the journey go?” I gave him a hearty hello.
Jake muttered, hardly establishing eye contact, “Fine.”
Mark gave his kid a hug. “Great to see you, buddy!”
Emma hurried up to Jake with Noah. “Hello, Jake! You were missed. Emma grinned broadly and said.
Jake gave a shrug. “Yeah, hey.”
Jake seemed uninterested, but I opted to remain positive. I desired for this summer to be unique.
I saw a shift after Jake had been here for a week. He had changed from the courteous boy I had recalled.
Noah grumbled, “Mom, Jake won’t let us play in the living room.”
Emma said, “He’s always on his phone or with his friends.”
I exhaled. “I’ll talk to him.”
Jake, are you able to control it? One night, I remarked, “Your siblings should go to sleep.”
Jake rolled his eyes. “Whatever.”
The living room looked disorganized in the morning. There were crumbs, empty pizza boxes, and soda cans everywhere.
“Jake, please clean up your mess,” I commanded.
“Why ought I to? It’s not my home,” Jake retorted angrily.
I had just finished wiping down the counters in the late afternoon, when the sun was streaming a warm warmth through the kitchen windows. Emma was meant to be in the backyard with Noah, playing. I decided to follow up on them since I hadn’t heard from them in a while. I heard Emma’s voice as I passed Jake’s room.
With a small, weary voice, she questioned, “Why do I have to do this?”
I cautiously opened Jake’s bedroom door out of curiosity and concern. My blood boiled at what I saw. My adorable eight-year-old daughter, Emma, was scrubbing filthy clothes and rubbish off Jake’s floor on her hands and knees.
The space was a war zone. There were clothes all over the place, empty food wrappers, and an overpowering scent of stale pizza and sweat. With no worries in the world, Jake was slouching on his bed and thumbing through his phone. When I walked in, he hardly even looked up.
“Emma, what are you doing?” I asked, attempting to seem calm.
Emma gave me a start, her eyes big and a little teary. She whispered, “Jake told me I had to clean his room.”
I struggled to control my wrath as I turned to face Jake. “Jake, why is Emma cleaning your room?”
With a smirk on his face, Jake eventually raised his head from his phone. He remarked calmly, “She wanted to help.”
I took Emma’s hands, which were filthy from cleaning up after her brother, and knelt beside her. “Emma, you’re not required to tidy Jake’s room. Sweetheart, come with me.”
Emma paused, glancing between Jake and me. “But Jake said—”
“What Jake said doesn’t matter to me,” I cut in, sounding more assertive. You do not need to complete his tasks. Come on, let’s go.”
Jake rolled his eyes as I assisted Emma to her feet. “Lisa, she’s okay. Why do you think this is such a big deal?”
I took a glare at Jake and got up. “Jake, it’s really important. You’re being impolite and indolent. Emma is not your maid; she is your sister.”
Jake shrugged, obviously not giving a damn. “Anyhow. She is not bothered.”
Emma clung to my hand, looking at me with fear and confusion in her wide eyes. “Mom, I don’t enjoy tidying his room.” she muttered.
I gave her hand a comforting squeeze. Emma, you don’t have to. You have nothing to do with Jake’s mess.”
Mark and I had arranged to go see friends who lived out of town one weekend. We made the decision to let Jake watch the kids.
“You’re in command, Jake. I gave the order, “No parties, and take care of Emma and Noah,” and turned to go.
“Yeah, yeah,” was all Jake said.
The house was in disarray when we got back on Sunday night. Trash and beer bottles were all over the floor.
“Jake! What took place in this instance?” I yelled.
Jake walked in with a casual demeanor. “Just a little get-together.”
Concerned, Mark cast a glance about. “Where are Emma and Noah?”
Emma and Noah emerged from the closet, appearing terrified. Tears were streaming down Emma’s face.
“He locked us in there all night!” Emma started crying.
My heart ached. “Why would you do that, Jake?”
They were bothering his friends, he remarked sarcastically.
With a nervous expression, Mark remarked, “Jake, that’s not okay.”
“Do something about it, Mark!” I insisted.
Mark gave a sigh. “Jake, this is not possible. Express regret to your sister.”
Jake rolled his eyes. “Sorry, Emma.”
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“That’s it?” I shouted. “He needs to be punished!”
“Let’s discuss this later,” Mark murmured, averting my eyes.
I was shocked by Mark’s lack of action. It had the feel of treachery.
I discovered money missing from my handbag the following day. “Jake, did you take my money?”
Jake gave a shrug. “I don’t know what you’re talking about.”
I made the decision to reprimand him. I built a trap for myself by purchasing phony money from a novelty store and putting it in my purse. It was time for a change since I could take no more of his actions.
I watched Jake closely after putting the false cash in my purse. It wasn’t too lengthy. I watched him dig through my bag that afternoon as he crept into my room.
A silent “Gotcha,” I said to myself.
I gave Officer Mike, my friend, a call. “Mike, I need your help with a little plan.”
Yes, Lisa. What is happening?”
After I gave him the rundown, Mike decided to pitch in. We devised a strategy to impart a lasting lesson to Jake.
Jake told me he was going out with his mates the following day. ideal timing.
“Jake, have fun,” I murmured, attempting to sound nonchalant.
I surreptitiously trailed him to the café where he was hanging out with his friends. I stood back and observed, waiting for the ideal opportunity.
Mike walked serious into the café while wearing his uniform. He went up to Jake’s table.
“Pardon me, young man. Mike said, “I need to talk to you.”
Jake had a perplexed expression. “What? Why not?”
Mike took out a fictitious bill. “This money appears to be counterfeit. How did you obtain it?”
Jake’s complexion went white. “I’m not sure,” I took no action.”
“Stand up,” Mike commanded. “You’re coming with me.”
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Jake shook as he stood. His friends whispered to each other as they watched in dismay.
“Is this a joke?” inquired one of Jake’s pals.
“No joke,” Mike stated firmly. “Counterfeit money is a serious offense.”
From outside, I captured the entire thing on camera, including Jake’s embarrassment. He almost burst into tears.
I pretended to be astonished as I entered the café. “What’s going on here?”
Mike gave me a glance. “Ma’am, do you know this boy?”
He is, in fact, my stepson. What’s taking place?”
Mike said, “We found him using counterfeit money.”
“Oh no, there must be a mistake!” I begged, saying. “Please, he’s a nice young man. Why can’t we resolve this?”
Jake gave me a tearful, wide-eyed gaze. “Please, Lisa, help me!”
Mike sighed after he paused. “All right, I’ll give him a warning and let him leave because this is his first offense. However, there will be grave repercussions the next time.”
I pretended to be relieved and said, “Thank you, Officer.
Jake gave me a firm hug. “Many thanks, many thanks! I swear, I won’t act in such a manner again.”
After we had walked a safe distance out of the café, I showed Jake the video.
“Jake, if you continue to behave like this, I’ll show this video to all your friends.”
Jake’s expression darkened. “You… you did this?”
Indeed, and it was in your best interests. You must realize that there are repercussions for the things you do.”
“Lisa, I apologize. I truly am,” a very repentant Jake stated.
After that day, Jake started acting differently. He began to assist with household chores, showed Emma and Noah consideration, and even expressed regret to them.
“Hey, Emma, Noah, want to play a game?” One night, Jake inquired.
“Sure!” Emma answered, startled yet pleased.
Mark also observed the difference. Jake has changed recently. How did you act?”
“Just gave him a little wake-up call,” I grinned.
I felt a sense of contentment and our home was once again peaceful. Though difficult, the effort was worthwhile. I was determined to keep our family atmosphere civil, and it appeared like Jake had finally realized how important that was.
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