A wedding day is a joyous occasion, but for one groom, the celebration turned into a nightmare due to an unexpected source – his mother-in-law. Taking the unconventional role of matron of honor, the bride’s mother unintentionally caused a rift that left the groom questioning his actions.

The groom initially bonded well with his in-laws but faced an unforeseen challenge when his mother-in-law’s potent perfume triggered severe allergic reactions during the ceremony. Attempting to endure the discomfort, his symptoms worsened after a hug from his mother-in-law.

As the couple reached the wedding reception, the groom’s refusal to be photographed with his mother-in-law prompted discussions on how to address his allergies. Various remedies were explored, from washing off the perfume to suggesting a change of attire, leading to tension between the bride, groom, and the mother-in-law.

Despite efforts to find a resolution, the groom, feeling unable to enjoy his own wedding, chose to stay outside with his groomsmen. The situation escalated, resulting in the groom spending the wedding night alone while his wife remained with her parents.

Reddit users empathized with the groom’s predicament, with one acknowledging, “Bad situation, but you were being reasonable.” Another expressed concern about the mother-in-law’s priorities, stating, “Mother > Husband.”