A Reddit user shared a story about her brother’s upcoming engagement party, marred by the looming presence of their difficult stepmom. Known for her attention-seeking behavior and past tumultuous relationship with the brother, the stepmom’s antics threatened to overshadow the celebration.

Despite the family’s reservations about the stepmom’s involvement, she persisted in inserting herself into the planning process, even going as far as to criticize the bride-to-be and demand a speaking role at the party.

The OP, growing increasingly frustrated with the stepmom’s interference, devised a mischievous plan to undermine her authority without causing direct conflict. By assigning her trivial tasks and discreetly orchestrating minor inconveniences throughout the event, the stepmom found herself sidelined and ignored, unable to disrupt the festivities as she had hoped.

With the help of friends and event staff, the stepmom’s attempts to draw attention to herself were thwarted at every turn, ensuring that the focus remained on the happy couple. Despite the stepmom’s complaints, the engagement party proceeded smoothly, much to the relief of everyone involved.

Redditors applauded the OP’s cunning strategy, praising her for handling the situation with finesse and ensuring her brother and his fiancée could celebrate their love without further disruption from the meddling stepmom.