Soldier Endures Tension and Teasing Because of His Girlfriend’s Viral Internet Videos, but When His Base Commander Gets Involved, Everyone Is Left Stunned.

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In an unexpected intersection of social media and military life, our Original Poster (OP) finds himself caught in a web of humor, ridicule, and unexpected fame due to his girlfriend’s well-intentioned TikTok posts. As a service member on deployment, he navigates the relentless teasing of his peers and an increasingly strained relationship with his girlfriend, leading to a confrontation that threatens to unravel their bond. However, when OP’s tribulations inadvertently catapult him to online fame, the story takes an unforeseen twist that leaves us guessing how it all will end.

Deployment Blues

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OP, a service member, begins his story on a military base, already stressed and longing for the familiarity of home. Among his peers, the social media app TikTok is hugely popular. It’s an entertainment source that brings more cringe than comfort.

The Social Media Starlet

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OP’s girlfriend is introduced as an avid TikTok user who has dedicated her account to expressing her feelings about being an army girlfriend. She amasses a substantial following, with a count in the tens of thousands, making her a minor social media star. However, the very public nature of her posts puts OP in a complicated position.

Unexpected Celebrity

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OP’s girlfriend’s TikTok fame reaches his base, causing his comrades and even his commanding officer to tease him. He finds himself inadvertently becoming the center of attention, and not in a way he appreciates. The constant ribbing and jokes are beginning to take a toll on him.

The Army of Followers

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OP discovers that the majority of his girlfriend’s followers are other service members, many of whom are stationed on his base. It isn’t just his close peers who are in on the jokes, but seemingly everyone he encounters. The comments on her posts are filled with familiar faces, all playfully roasting him.

The Viral Videos

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OP’s girlfriend makes various TikToks detailing her life as an army girlfriend, including a sentimental one set to the tune of “I’m coming home.” The videos often involve OP comparing him favorably to her ex-boyfriend.

Uncomfortable Moments

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OP’s girlfriend fangirls over her newfound preference for military men over boy band members. These posts, filled with intimate moments and inside jokes, make OP feel uncomfortably exposed.

Love or Exasperation?

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OP acknowledges that his girlfriend’s public display of affection stems from love. But, as the teasing continues and his patience wears thin, he feels something has to change. He decides to confront his girlfriend about the issue, unsure of how she will react.

The Confrontation

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OP tells his girlfriend about his difficulty due to her TikTok posts. He tells her that while he appreciates her sentiments, the constant ridicule is making his life on base harder. This conversation doesn’t go as smoothly as he hoped.

The Backlash

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His girlfriend reacts to the conversation with hurt and anger, feeling unappreciated and controlled. She is taken aback by his request to stop making TikToks, and an argument ensues. In his attempt to solve a problem, OP appears to have created a new one.

The Silent Treatment

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After their heated exchange, OP’s girlfriend falls silent, leaving him anxious and worried. He fears he may have upset her deeply with his complaints about her TikToks. His previous issue is momentarily eclipsed by the concern that he has harmed his relationship.

The Break-up Scare

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Rumors begin to circulate on base that OP’s girlfriend plans to break up with him due to their disagreement. The TikTok-induced teasing is now coupled with baseless speculations, adding a new level of stress for OP. The situation exacerbates as he’s left in the dark, unable to confirm or dismiss the rumors due to the ongoing silence from his girlfriend.

The Commander’s Intervention

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OP’s commanding officer, who previously found humor in the situation, notices the mounting pressure on OP. Seeing the toll the entire situation is taking on him, the commander decides to intervene. What was initially a source of amusement has turned into a concern, leading to a private conversation between the commander and OP.

The Unexpected Apology

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OP’s girlfriend finally breaks her silence, reaching out with an unexpected apology. She acknowledges the discomfort her TikToks have caused him and promises to be more considerate in the future. This comes as a huge relief for OP, who was bracing himself for a break-up.

Social Media Hiatus

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OP’s girlfriend takes a break from TikTok, marking a considerable change in her daily routine, easing the tension on the base and allowing OP some breathing space. The absence of her posts effectively stops the barrage of teasing he was subjected to.

Was The Man’s Behavior Appropriate?

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OP posts his story online for feedback. The readers in the community forum had a lot of mixed views on the matter. Here are some of their responses:

Forum Responds

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One reader said, “She is mining your private life for content. That is not okay. Tell her that you are uncomfortable having private information shared on TikTok.”

Another Commenter Thinks

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Another responder wrote, “She’s doing what she enjoys, and that’s okay. You’re annoyed and embarrassed because, let’s be real, Tik Tok is super cringy and embarrassing, especially if it’s grown women and men doing it, and that’s okay to feel that way too.”

A Third View on The Story

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A different person stated, “This isn’t about her showing love for you; if it was, she would care about how her actions are making you feel. This is about her thirst for attention.”

A Final Perspective on the Matter

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Another reader commented, “Think of it this way, if you put up embarrassing pictures of her which you think are cute just out of love and affection on the internet, would she be okay with it, even if she doesn’t look her best or whatever? Same thing.”