Man Sues TWO Fiancées to Get Rings Back!
Man Sues TWO Fiancées to Get Rings Back!
Thruple Breakdown: Court Rules Fiancées Can Keep Their Rings After Failed Engagement
A unique legal dispute regarding a polyamorous engagement ended in a courtroom loss for a man suing his two former fiancées to recover his expensive engagement rings. After the man attempted to reclaim the two-carat diamond rings, a judge ruled that because he was the sole party responsible for ending the relationship, he had no legal claim to the jewelry, allowing the women to retain the gifts.
The Vision of a Thruple
The plaintiff had envisioned a future involving a three-person marriage, planning a ceremony in Dubai where such unions could potentially be recognized. To solidify his commitment, he purchased two identical pear-shaped diamond rings for $8,750 each. Proposing to one partner and then using that ring to propose to the second, he set the stage for a unique domestic arrangement. However, the excitement of the engagement eventually gave way to the harsh realities of emotional responsibility.
A Relationship “Until It Got Real”
As wedding planning began, the man admitted to feeling overwhelmed and distant, leading him to focus on his work rather than the relationship. The women later testified that they felt he used his busy schedule as an excuse to avoid the responsibilities of the thruple. The dynamic shifted further when the two women grew closer to each other than to him, causing the plaintiff to feel like a “third wheel” in his own relationship, eventually leading him to end the engagement.
The Court’s Verdict
In court, the situation was clear: the two women remained committed to the relationship and were still wearing the rings, whereas the plaintiff had initiated the breakup. The judge dismissed the lawsuit, noting that since the women were still prepared to honor the commitment for which the rings were given, the plaintiff had no standing to demand them back. By deciding to walk away, the man forfeited his claim, leaving the defendants to retain the jewelry.
