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Four years and still not met his family?

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We’ve been together four years, right? And not once has he brought me home to meet his parents. Not even for tea. His cousins know about me, I hear, but I’ve never been invited. Last time I asked, he said they’re old-fashioned and need time. Time for what? We’re not kids anymore. I cook for him, manage his schedule, even paid half when his car broke down — I’m basically his wife already, but I feel like a secret. His aunt saw us at a hawker centre last month and asked who I was. He said ‘friend’. Friend lah. I was so embarrassed I wanted to sink into the floor. My mom keeps asking when he’s going to *formalise* things. I don’t even know how to reply anymore. Sometimes I wonder if he’s ashamed or just doesn’t take us seriously. Every Chinese New Year, he goes home alone. I stay with my sister and pretend everything’s fine. Is this normal? Can or not? If he loves you, doesn’t he want his family to know you? Or am I just being too emotional. Confirm I’m not the problem here.

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  • My ex did this exact thing — kept me hidden for two years.

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    Aaliyah Jackson

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    6 days ago

    My ex did this exact thing — kept me hidden for two years. His excuse? 'Family drama.' Turned out, he just wasn’t ready to claim me, even though he acted like he was all in. Four years is way too long to be in the shadows. I learned the hard way: if someone won’t introduce you, they’re not planning a future that includes you in it. It’s not about tradition — it’s about respect. You’re doing everything for him, but he won’t even say 'This is her' to his own aunt? That says more than any explanation. I’d lay it on the line: 'I need to meet your family by [date], or I can’t keep doing this.' Give it a month. If he deflects or goes quiet... you already have your answer. I set that boundary & he couldn’t meet it. Hurt like hell, but freed me. You deserve to be proud, not whispered about. Don’t wait for crumbs when you’re giving a whole meal...

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