Model Glue and a Dash of Karma: The Freshman Revenge That Stuck
It’s a tale as old as time—or at least as old as college dorms and questionable roommate pairings. We’ve all heard the horror stories: the roommate who eats your food, borrows your clothes without asking, or brings an entourage of equally obnoxious friends into your supposed sanctuary. But what happens when the bullied finally get their due, not with fists or fury, but with a squirt of model glue and a well-placed dash of pettiness?
Today’s story from Reddit’s r/PettyRevenge is a delicious homage to every underdog who’s ever dreamed of a little poetic justice. And yes, it’s as satisfying as the final scene of an ’80s teen comedy (minus the synth soundtrack).
The Bully, the Bystander, and the Bottled-Up Revenge
Picture this: freshman year in a college dorm, where every cinderblock wall has heard at least three whispered secrets and one loud argument about dirty dishes. Our narrator, u/Mouse-Howl737, introduces us to a friend whose roommate is the dictionary definition of a bully. We're talking full-on 1980s villain: a posse of yes-men, relentless taunting, and a complete lack of empathy. The only thing missing? A mullet and a penchant for breakdancing.
This wasn’t just a mild irritation but a campaign of torment so severe that it ruined a whole year. The victimized friend, worn down and fed up, decides to transfer schools. After the last exam, he packs up, says goodbye, and heads for greener pastures, leaving the bully to his kingdom of empty pizza boxes and shattered goodwill.
But justice, as it turns out, was just getting started.
Sticking It to the Man—Literally
With the friend gone and the coast clear, our narrator takes the opportunity to deliver a parting gift to the bully. Armed with nothing but a bottle of model glue and a healthy sense of righteous indignation, they pump every last drop into the bully’s doorknob. The door is locked, the deed is done, and the perpetrator slips away with the kind of satisfaction you can only get from a perfectly executed, victimless crime.
Fate, ever the willing accomplice, adds a cherry on top. An hour later, while the narrator is at campus security, a call comes over the radio: someone can’t get into their room because the lock is mysteriously jammed. The solution? Drill out the lock, bill the student for the repair, and leave the bully to ponder the true cost of being a jerk.
Why Petty Revenge Feels So Good
What makes petty revenge stories like this so universally appealing? For one, they’re the ultimate underdog fantasy. Most of us aren’t looking for grand acts of vengeance; we just want a little balance restored to the universe, preferably with minimal collateral damage and maximum satisfaction.
In this case, the narrator’s act is as harmless as it is hilarious. No one gets hurt, no property is destroyed beyond repair, and the only real price paid is by the person who most deserved it. It’s a sticky reminder that sometimes, karma needs a little nudge (and maybe a tube of model glue).
The Dorm Room as Battlefield
Let’s be honest: dorm life is already a circus of personalities, habits, and coping mechanisms. One bad roommate can sour the experience for everyone, and the power dynamics can be especially brutal for freshmen far from home.
But stories like this remind us that solidarity matters. It’s not just about standing up for yourself but for your friends, too. Sometimes, the best revenge isn’t public or dramatic—it’s quiet, clever, and leaves the wrongdoer with a bill and a story they’ll never want to tell.
Your Turn: Sweetest (Petty) Revenge?
Petty revenge isn’t about malice; it’s about restoring a little justice when the world—or the RA—won’t step in. Whether it’s model glue in a doorknob or plastic wrap on a toilet seat, these moments are the secret currency of surviving college life (and, let’s be honest, adulthood).
So, what’s your best petty revenge story? Did you ever deliver some instant karma to a deserving jerk? Or maybe you were on the receiving end and learned a valuable lesson about humility—and super glue?
Share your stories in the comments! Because sometimes, justice is best served… with a little glue and a lot of creativity.
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