How One Petty Act of Revenge Left an Ex WiFi-less and Wonderfully Frustrated
Breakups are rarely simple, but some are so spectacularly messy that even the most stoic among us can’t help but root for a little poetic justice. Enter Redditor u/Fried_Moodles, whose story of heartbreak, betrayal, and a pinch of perfectly petty revenge recently blew up on r/PettyRevenge. The tale? A four-year relationship, an interstate move, a devastating breakup, and one glorious moment of internet-related comeuppance.
If you’ve ever been left high and dry by a partner—especially one who took your money, your time, and your trust—this story just might be the catharsis you didn’t know you needed. And yes, there’s a WiFi password involved.
Moving For Love... and Getting Moved Out
It all started innocently enough: two 22-year-olds, Cedar (22NB) and our OP (22F), bonding online over shared fandoms and dreams. When Cedar decided to move states for college and work, the plan was simple: move in together, start a new life, and split the grown-up responsibilities. OP even handled the internet setup, linking it all to her own email and phone—you know, just practical couple stuff.
But as moving day approached, Cedar’s attention drifted. Extra shifts at work meant OP was busy, but Cedar was suddenly spending more and more time with mutual friend Tommy. When OP voiced feeling left out and insecure, Cedar brushed it off: “It’s just life right now.” Readers in the comments couldn’t help but raise their eyebrows—especially u/Expert_Slip7543, who summed up the situation with a biting TLDR: “Lying sleezebag partner tricked OP into furnishing and spending all her money on their move... then partner promptly broke up and got together with apparent affair partner.”
The Breakup Bombshell
After OP had provided most of the furniture, groceries, and her heart, Cedar delivered the ultimate gut punch: a breakup, just one day before OP started her new pharmacy job, in a brand-new city, hours from home. Even worse, Cedar admitted they’d had doubts for six months before the move—ouch.
As OP hurriedly moved back home under the watchful eyes of “hardcore Christian/controlling” parents, the story took on an all-too-familiar tinge of heartbreak. Commenters chimed in with everything from empathy to practical advice. u/MikeyGC66 declared, “You’re wayyyy too nice! ...if I couldn’t take [the furniture] back, best believe it would’ve been on the street with a ‘free take me’ sign on it.” Others, like u/zeldasusername, remarked, “You were a lot kinder than I would've been.”
But what really drove the knife in? After some Instagram sleuthing, OP discovered Cedar and Tommy were officially an item a mere week after the breakup. As u/Expert_Slip7543 put it, “The evidence for cheating, emotional or otherwise, seems pretty cut and dry.” The community consensus: Cedar had been plotting this escape route, and OP was caught in the crossfire.
The Ultimate Petty Revenge: Death by Patchy WiFi
Here’s where the story takes its deliciously petty turn. Remember that internet account OP set up under her own name? After the breakup, Cedar tried—and failed—to take control of the Verizon account, bombarding OP’s inbox with PIN requests as they pleaded with customer service. But OP, in a move that would make any vengeful ex proud, maintained radio silence. No PINs. No help. No mercy.
When it became clear Cedar couldn’t access or renew the service, the internet was summarily canceled. Cedar had to return the WiFi box and, presumably, was left to survive on sketchy cell service in an apartment full of furniture that didn’t belong to them. “Have fun figuring out a new internet plan from your phone’s cell data—I know that place has terrible service :),” OP quipped.
Commenters loved this ending. “God’s work right here,” praised u/No_Builder7010. Even those who missed the details caught the spirit—u/SecretOscarOG boiled it down: “Your ex kicked you out so you let them have the internet until it didn’t work for them.” It’s the kind of minor inconvenience that, after everything OP endured, feels like karmic payback.
Lessons in Love, Loss, and WiFi Passwords
While the revenge was minor in the grand scheme, the satisfaction was real. As OP wrote, “It’s petty as hell, and a pretty minor thing altogether, but I feel vindicated.” Sometimes, when you’re hurt and powerless, even the smallest acts of resistance—like denying your ex access to the sweet, sweet land of high-speed internet—can give you back a little control.
Still, the community had plenty of opinions. Some, like u/AvBanoth, pointed out, “If you move out, you stop paying for utilities, including internet.” But as u/Expert_Slip7543 clarified, the fun part was watching Cedar’s “futile efforts to access that wifi account.” Others wondered if OP could have gotten more of her furniture back or at least left Cedar with nothing but empty cabinets—a testament to just how invested readers became in this saga.
If you find yourself in a similar pickle, remember: Setting up utilities in your own name is a double-edged sword. It can be a hassle—but it’s also your secret weapon if things go south.
The Moral? Don’t Mess With Someone Who Controls the WiFi
Breakups can be brutal, but sometimes, the universe gives you a tiny button to press—one that reads “Petty Revenge.” And when your ex has made off with your furniture, your savings, and your heart, cutting off their Netflix binge might just be the closure you need.
What would you have done in OP’s shoes? Gotten pettier, or let it go? Share your stories (and your best revenge tips!) in the comments below.
And remember: Love is temporary, but the WiFi password is forever.
Original Reddit Post: Suffered my first and worst breakup, and got my ex to have to cancel their home internet.