When I was four, my parents divorced, and my dad quickly remarried Jane. Contrary to the evil stepmother stereotype, Jane was wonderful, encouraging my dad to maintain a good relationship with my mom. However, Mom hated Jane, blaming her for everything wrong in her life, and a silent, cold war ensued. Jane even set up a trust fund for me.

Last year, Mom’s attitude changed abruptly. She started visiting Jane, acting friendly, and even attending family dinners, which was suspicious given her long-standing hostility. Later, I discovered Jane had become seriously ill. In a shocking turn, I suspected Dad and Mom were having an affair while Jane was undergoing treatment.

Jane confided in me about her irreversible kidney failure and that control of our trusts would revert to Dad if anything happened to her. I told her everything about my suspicions. Two days later, a confrontation erupted. Mom revealed she only wanted to marry Dad for money, but her plan failed as Jane had changed her will, leaving everything to her sister for the children’s sake.

Jane reassured me that I would inherit her house and property. She also planned to divorce Dad, trusting me to look after my brothers. Now, I’m preparing to cut ties with both parents once I turn 18, as their betrayal and cruelty are unforgivable. Until then, I’ll spend every moment with Jane, ensuring she’s not alone. My brothers will always have a home with me, safe from our parents’ chaos. Was cutting my parents off the right decision?