Unexpected Soldier’s Surprise Backfires As Wife Files Lawsuit

Hero Five years after his deployment to war-torn Afghanistan, Andrew Hogan was scheduled to return home. His wife had been waiting for him, but he couldn't wait to get home. It was a surprise for her that he planned. His life would soon be turned upside down the very moment he stepped inside his front door. Andrew Hogan Pexels When Andrew Hogan was a child, his ultimate dream was to serve his country. He was born into it. He knew someday he would follow in the footsteps of his grandfather and father, who both served in the military. Amy, his darling, was more proud than any other military wife. Lovebirds Pexels Since college, Andrew and Amy had always been together. Within a few years, they were married and had two children. Andrew talked a lot about joining the Marines, and Amy knew he had aspirations of joining them. Amy understood the hardships that military wives faced, even though she supported him. She wanted to support Andrew, however. Soon, she would feel the negative effects of it. On Duty Pexels In the wake of Andrew's deployment, Amy began to take on more responsibilities. It was not enough for her to make friends with other army wives. Her heart was filled with loneliness. Raising two children alone was difficult for her because she needed her husband. Amy felt even more frustrated when she had to drive them to and from school every day, as well as clean the house and prepare meals. Home At Last Pexels Amy was not herself when Andrew eventually returned home. Her tiredness and stress were evident to him. Taking the load off was the right thing to do. Andrew devised a plan to make sure that his wife was back to her old self after a break. The solution was obvious to him. Unexpected Pexels A weekend away at a spa was secretly arranged for her by him. She won't have to worry about anything with this. Everything was arranged for the getaway on the day of the trip. The gift card was placed strategically on the tray while he made her breakfast in bed. Although Andrew was surprised by his wife's response, he was not prepared for it. Couldn’t Believe His Eyes Pexels The look on Andrew's face was unbelievable. Despite his gesture, Amy was unimpressed. Trying to figure out if he was serious, she just stared at him. Despite not expecting her to accept it, he wanted to surprise her with something nice. His mistake needed to be understood. Amy was about to tell him what she thought of him. Bonding Pexels She told him she could stay home. In order to be with him and their children, she wanted to be here. I wanted to spend as much time with him as possible since he had just returned. The situation simply couldn't be tolerated any longer. Could Andrew be so inconsiderate and expect her to just follow his every order? Concern Pexels Amy was beyond frustrated, but nevertheless, Andrew tried his utmost to make things as easy for her as possible. It may have been a good idea for her to take a much-needed break from their children. He immediately thought she was worried about him when he saw her on his return. The bigger problem he was facing was unknown to Andrew. Full Circle Pexels As soon as Andrew returned from his second deployment, he was almost immediately called back. It was totally evident that Amy wasn't happy with the news, and she seemed particularly upset. His desire to do this was evident to her. Compared to the beginning of their marriage, she didn't seem nearly as supportive. Andrew knew he had to figure out what was wrong. Self-Care Pexels Amy used the time Andrew was away again to reinvent herself. She wasn't going to wait on Andrew anymore; she needed to live her life. As a single parent, she was tired of taking care of two children on her own. Her health was suffering as a result. Taking drastic measures was Amy's decision. Limited Contact Pexels After a few months, Andrew and Amy talked on Skype so their children could see their dad, but Andrew noticed Amy had changed. She had become distant, sometimes letting the kids talk to him while she was occupied with something else. It was becoming more and more worrying for Andrew. No One Was There Pexels Amy wasn't even home when Andrew called Amy the next time. She was babysitting the kids for her parents. Andrew was still concerned, even though this wasn't unusual. Andrew asked his in-laws where Amy was, as he was eager to meet her. It was reported that she went out for the evening with some friends. Things were about to get better. Inattentive Pexels Having grown distracted, Andrew was having trouble focusing on what needed to be done. It was necessary to discipline him after he received a few complaints. He didn't know what his wife was doing, but it was driving him mad. Everyone around him had noticed that it was affecting his duties. There was a risk of Andrew losing everything. Fully Booked Pexels During Andrew's suffering, Amy was living the life of her dreams. In her diary, she wrote about a weekend trip to Miami she and her friends were planning. Over the past few weeks, she had appeared to be bubbly and upbeat to everyone around her. Amy's best friend, Andrew, decided that Amy was acting recklessly and needed to be told about it. A Friend Indeed Pexels Having known each other since college, Andrew and Greg were best friends. Around the same time that Andrew and Amy met, they met each other. They had all been friends with each other for a long time. During Andrew's wedding, Greg was his best man, and of course, when Andrew married, he was the best man for Greg as well. Greg was always available to Andrew when he needed him. The Call Pexels The friends hadn't spoken for a few months. Greg knew Andrew was deployed, so he saved his calls for his wife, children, and parents only. Greg, however, decided to call a friend this time. There was an important reason for him to do that. On hearing Greg's voice, Andrew thought Greg had bad news, but instead, it was news he already knew. New Friends Pexels Over the past few months, Amy has been acting strangely, according to Greg. His birthday party wasn't even on her radar, and she wasn't even aware it was his birthday. It was clear to Andrew that his wife had been lost in some way. Her law was her own. Her new friends weren't even the most shocking part of Greg's statement. Party Girl Pexels Andrew discovered that she regularly left their kids with either her or her parents for days or weeks at a time. Partying was her life. In the end, the kids didn't even seem interested in her when she returned. Once he was able to make his way back, Andrew was concerned about the same thing happening to him. There was a plan he needed to follow. What Was Going On Pexels How was she spending her time? Is there a reason for her shunning old friends and making new ones at the same time? Her children were left to fend for themselves while she partied so much. Despite loving her, he was angry at what she was doing. The woman he married was not this one. A confrontation with her about her behavior was the only way he could confront her. Early Leave Pexels Andrew spoke with one of his superiors as soon as he woke up the next morning. Her only way to reach him was to speak directly to her. Nevertheless, Andrew would be disappointed as he was denied a leave of absence. It wasn't going to be easy, he just had to wait until some weeks passed before he left earlier than usual. He had to get home no matter what; his family depended on him. Eyes On The Ground Pexels In the meantime, Andrew had another plan in mind. Watching his family, especially what his wife was doing with her time, required eyes on the ground. As soon as he spoke with Greg, he asked if he could spy on him. The first time Greg agreed, he was hesitant. He would do anything for Andrew, who was his best friend. Partying Until All Hours Pexels There was not much to report in the following weeks. Greg said Amy dropped the kids off at school or at their parents and went out as usual. Weekends were the worst because she did it most of the time. Fridays were the day she dropped off the kids, and Mondays were the days she picked them up. In the past few weeks, Andrew's house had become a venue for parties. Back To Normal Pexels A different thing happened next. All of a sudden, something changed. It seemed like everything was fine to Greg. The kids and Amy were always at home. Every day, she took them to school and spent time with them on weekends as well. A state fair was even attended by them. Amy might have realized that what she was doing would lead to problems when Andrew was happy. Andrew's anguish wasn't over, however. Good News Pexels He had been waiting for this news for a long time. It was early for him to go home. There was a need for a break for everyone. It was an exciting moment for Andrew. When he saw his kids and Amy, he still talked to her about what had happened. Upon calling home to tell them the good news, he was surprised to hear from someone he didn't expect. Unexpected Pexels His mother was on the phone. She surprised Andrew, but he wasn't bothered by her. As he wanted to share the good news with Amy first, he did not want to share it with her yet. What happened to her? While Amy was out to lunch with a friend, his mother babysat the kids. Greg was immediately contacted by Andrew via text. Embarrassing Pexels Greg couldn't watch Amy today since he hasn't seen any suspicious behavior from her in quite some time. He felt embarrassed about it. A parent from Amy's school could have been mingling with her at lunchtime. Amy is not an exception to the rule when it comes to being an extrovert. However, Andrew will always remember his homecoming. Coming Home Pexels Andrew received a call from his mom as he was on his way home. If he showed up, they would all be so surprised. Apparently, everyone was fine, and his mom had just seen Amy buying some new underwear. Amy probably prepares herself for Amy's eventual homecoming, his mom joked. As soon as Andrew heard this, he became excited. Honey, I’m Home Pexels He planned to surprise Amy at home at 10 am and then walk into the kids' classes to surprise them. Andrew was pumped up about the opportunity. Sneaking up the stairs of their house, he entered. It sounded like Amy was talking on the phone in the bedroom. Upon opening the door, he felt his heart sink. He saw Amy, who was dressed in lingerie, and his best friend, Greg, who was blindfolded. A Messy End Pexels Andrew couldn't believe that not only his wife but also his best friend had betrayed him. While he was away fighting for the country, they were going behind his back. A divorce was filed, but there was a lot of drama involved. A child support lawsuit was filed by Amy against him. Because they shared custody of their children, she was unable to sue him based on that. He vowed not to abandon his kids again and moved on with his life. In order to protect the privacy of those depicted, some names, locations, and identifying characteristics have been changed and are products of the author's imagination. Any resemblances to actual events or places or persons, living or dead, are entirely coincidental. Here is another story we think you will enjoy reading. Weary Soldier Constructs An Impeccable Snare To Deal With Squatters Call Of His Country After serving his country for many years, John wanted nothing more than to return back to his beloved home and live in peace and harmony. In addition to the plentiful dire sacrifices he made for his country, his family was extremely proud of him. Now that it was finally time for John to come home, he was beyond ecstatic. His world would soon be flipped on its head by something he had never imagined. Not A Second Longer Pexels In 1976, John Mckee was 25 years old and had served as a Marine since then. No one was more supportive and proud than his loving parents when he decided to follow his dreams. While stationed in Afghanistan, he counted down the seconds until he would return home, knowing that he was doing the right thing. Homecoming Pexels On that fateful day, John was eager to settle down with his plans for the future. It was easier for him to come home after purchasing a house for himself. His thoughts turned to his new house as he climbed onto the aircraft carrying him home. As he returned, he didn't know what was waiting for him. Something Amiss Pexels When John finally arrived home, he immediately noticed something was amiss. He knew from his gut instinct that he should proceed with caution once he stepped out of the cab. Since he had been a soldier for many years, John has learned to trust his instincts. As a result, he decided to enter his house from the back. What On Earth? Pexels His backyard awaited him after he rounded the back of the house. There was a huge mess, but he wasn't there, so that could have been why. Despite his efforts to get his keys, he could not open the kitchen door. It was as if John's heart was racing. Is there something wrong? The house had been burgled, hadn't it? Vile Odor Pexels The stench in the air immediately made him put his hand over his nose as he walked through his house. Continuing to look around, he noticed things that weren't his. Despite being empty, the house was in a horrible state. Despite not knowing what to think, John understood what was happening. Unwanted Visitors Pexels Squatters had taken over his house, which shocked him. His property had been occupied illegally by these squatters. The fury of John was palpable. It had taken him years to save up for this house, and now he feared it would not be the peaceful homecoming he had hoped for. What rightfully belonged to him, he was determined to reclaim. Between A Rock And A Hard Place Pexels It was time for him to leave. As he didn't know whether they were dangerous, he couldn't stay there and confront them. It was imperative that he think of a plan quickly. As a temporary measure, he could live with his parents, but he had to regain possession of his house first. He never expected to come home like this. A Helping Hand Pexels It was hard for John's parents to accept that squatters had taken over their house. John didn't blame them for not checking in on it regularly, but they felt guilty about it. Because they were elderly, he understood that they had limited mobility. His frustration grew. It was time for him to figure out what to do. The authorities were suggested to him by his parents. Hopefully, they will be able to resolve everything. Denied By The Authorities Pexels In order to explain the situation to the police, John contacted the police. The squatters on his property should be removed immediately. The police, however, informed him that the squatters had presented them with legal documents that appeared to grant them temporary occupancy of the property, to his shock and disappointment. The police refused to help John when he explained that these documents were forged and that he owned the property. He was told that he couldn't do anything without proper evidence and to hire an attorney to resolve the issue legally. Headaches Pexels There was a feeling of despair and frustration in John. In spite of the fact that he was the rightful owner of the property, the police refused to help him. There were several lawyers he contacted, but the legal process was long and complex. In the meantime, he could not move into his house since the squatters continued to live there, causing damage. Tenacious Pexels As John's frustration turned into anger, he became angry. This was the first time the system had failed him in such a way. Yet he couldn't even reclaim his own property after serving his country, fighting for its freedom. In a state of hurt and despair, he felt hopeless. The more determined he became to find a solution, the harder he worked. Looking For Help Pexels The bikers were known for helping people in need during John's search for a solution to the problem. To reclaim his property from the squatters, John decided to reach out to them. Having explained his situation and requested help from the bikers, he contacted the group's leader. Shoulder To Cry On Pexels Surprisingly, the bikers agreed to assist John and sympathized with his situation. Their outrage at the injustice he had endured motivated them to help him reclaim his property. To formulate a plan, John met with the bikers in person. To avoid legal ramifications, they knew they needed to be careful and strategic. Master Plan Pexels As a result of careful consideration, they decided to peacefully confront the squatters and attempt to convince them to leave. John would explain the legal situation to the squatters with the help of the bikers as witnesses. A further conflict could be avoided if the squatters voluntarily left the property. Standing His Ground Pexels Affirmed by the bikers, John confronted the squatters on his property. As the owner of the property, he informed them that their occupation of it was illegal. Despite knowing that his word alone meant nothing, John did not give up. In spite of this, the squatters would not leave. Put Your Dukes Up Pexels There was nowhere else for them to go since they had been living there for a long time. Asserting that they were legally entitled to the property, they refused to leave. John, the bikers, and the squatters got into a tense standoff. It was difficult to convince the squatters to leave, even though John remained calm and tried to reason with them. Staredown Pexels Squatters became hostile as the situation escalated. A threat was made against John and his biker friends. Rather than force the squatters out, John decided to step back and regroup with the bikers instead. The situation needed to be resolved, and the property needed to be reclaimed. Made The News Pexels To shed light on his situation and push the authorities to act, John sought media attention. In his attempt to get his story covered by local media, he reached out to local stations and newspapers. John's story caught the attention of local media, and soon national outlets picked it up. Despite his struggles, John wanted to share his story with the world. Taking A Stand Pexels It went viral on social media because the public was outraged at the injustice he was facing. John's efforts towards reclaiming his property received support from all over the country. The media and public pressure put the authorities under scrutiny, and they had to review John's case again. Taking action was the only option the authorities had with the mounting evidence of the squatters. Dangerous Affair Pexels Eventually, the bikers and John realized that the squatters were dangerous and could turn violent. To convince them to leave peacefully, they suggested first negotiating with them. The squatters weren't sure if they would talk to them. It looked like they were particularly hostile, and John didn't want to take any risks. Pig Sty Pexels The bikers eventually went to John's house after John agreed. The squatters set up barricades and armed themselves with weapons as they approached. It was a tense situation, and the bikers knew they should take care. There was no way John could believe his house was at the center of all this chaos. A peaceful life was all he wanted. Talking It Out Pexels In an attempt to reason with the squatters, the bikers, accompanied by John, approached them. Once again, they pointed out that John was the rightful owner and that they needed to leave. Despite their refusal to leave, the squatters remained adamant. It seemed like a violent confrontation was inevitable as tension rose. A rising sense of anxiety gripped John. Appearance Pexels They watched someone emerge from John's house as they stood outside. Apparently, it was a woman who had been appointed as a spokesperson for the organization. In response to John's step forward, the woman quickly extended her hand. Her goal was to keep him away from her. After that, she began to speak. What is your relationship with this house, the so-called owner? His nostrils filled up with air as he breathed. Knowing she would not be easy, he prepared himself accordingly. Unbelievable Nerve Pexels It shocked John that the person was so arrogant and disrespectful. His only goal was to move on with his life as soon as possible. Upon hearing that John was the one she had been looking for, she made an even more ridiculous statement. We need some proof if you are the owner." John wanted to be swallowed by the earth. Ridiculous Pexels It is outrageous that these people would question him. The woman laughed at him in front of the bikers, and one of them had to calm him down. The going isn't as easy as it used to be, is it? We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have. I'll let you know when you have everything correct." She walked into the house after saying that. Watchful Eye Pexels Despite the fact that he knew he was in trouble, John didn't care. The paperwork he needed was somewhere he couldn't really remember. His life was a blur after he bought the house, and shortly thereafter, he was deployed again. There was nothing else that mattered to him except being stationed. While he knew he should've appointed someone to watch over the house during his absence, the opportunity had passed. Solution Pexels John came up with a plan as the bikers huddled together. Meanwhile, they kept watch over the house while John retrieved his paperwork from the city. Although risky, it was the only option they had. As he knew he had to act quickly to prevent further damage to the property, John agreed. All There Was To It Pexels After he left, the bikers had to deal with the squatters on their own. The smile on John's face could not be contained. He knew he was going to get what he wanted, and this was his last chance to evict them. His body felt exhausted from all the work he had done. Just a short time after he returned home, this mess awaited him. Ultimately, he figured, all that effort would be worthwhile. Totally Unexpected Pexels As he drove back to the city, John couldn't help but reflect on how the squatters had outwitted him. No matter what it took, he was determined to regain possession of his house. In his rearview mirror, he glanced back at the city as he was approaching it. Then he turned right and then left. It seemed like something was happening. Suddenly, he realized that someone was watching him. Disclaimer: In order to protect the privacy of those depicted, some names, locations, and identifying characteristics have been changed and are products of the author's imagination. Any resemblances to actual events or places or persons, living or dead, are entirely coincidental.

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