None of us, of course, have any understanding of your family dynamics.
But I do know that as humans, we often read into the actions of others. Our tolerance seems to be especially low with family members. It is possible that this is just what he watches, and it has little to do with intentionally irritating his daughter. Either way, I suggest she just grin and bear it. There is some reason your wife choose to go and assist.
But then again, I don't know him, your spouse or anyone else involved.
Tolerance is low with me because I was raised differently. I was raised to be polite and respectful, although when I hit adulthood I realized people that don't respect don't deserve it back. Her father used to shock me every time he opened his mouth. He's a larger than life character who seems unreal.
As far as my wife - for sure. She knows her dad and I'm sure she just rolled her eyes and went about her business. She loves her parents and she's used to them. I think for her, it's actually made her a very good person, being around someone like him from birth. It could have gone the other direction, but instead she has the most tolerance and patience I've ever seen. And she's a most loving mother to our son.
But he is a troll. He spends his life verbally abusing others and starting arguments. Or barking orders at my MIL. He 100 percent put it on to try and piss her off because he thinks if's funny to try and annoy people. My MIL even claimed that he only puts on FOX to try and piss us off when we visit.
He's the most miserable person I've ever met in my life.
OK end rant.
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