Clean sweep. On rent day, December 28, I emptied our joint account (yes, where my paycheck had been going). I used Jeremy’s money to pay for my new apartment across town. Then, I packed everything I owned, left the apartment bare, and taped a note to the window that read: Dear Jeremy, Hope you enjoy YOUR apartment. Since you and your mother scammed me for two years, I figured it was time to return the favor.My new rent’s paid — by you. Don’t bother calling. I blocked you. Happy New Year, loser. —Nancy”Step three: Total silence. I blocked him, ignored the 27 missed calls,
and refused every guilt-tripping text from his mom. When I ran into her at the store, she begged to explain. I calmly told her: Unless Jeremy agrees to my divorce terms — full repayment with interest — I’ll file fraud charges on both of you.” Guess what? They paid. Three months later, I toasted to my freedom with a glass of champagne, divorce papers in hand, and $24,000+ back in my account. Jeremy’s mom moved to Florida, and Jeremy? Miserable. Do I feel bad? Not one bit. If someone lies to you, plays you, and steals from you — make sure they never forget who they messed with.