If my girlfriend asked me to pick up her stuff from her ex’s house, my first question would be how much stuff. This is partly about boundaries and partly about whether I need to fold the back seats down.
As a hypothetical, it sounds straightforward: she has belongings somewhere, she wants them back, and I am apparently available for shipping and handling. There are worse favors to ask of a boyfriend.
I think I’d go if the pickup were already arranged and everyone knew I was coming. Collect the belongings, say thanks, leave. I wouldn’t need to establish dominance over a man while carrying someone else’s possessions. The logistics would already be humbling enough.
But I’d want to understand why she wanted me to do it. Is it inconvenient for her, or is my arrival supposed to communicate something? I’m happy to help with an errand. Being sent over as a statement would require a separate conversation.
And what exactly would I be collecting? “Her stuff” is wonderfully flexible wording. It could mean one bag. It could mean the reason he hasn’t been able to use his spare room.
So, would I go? Probably, with a clear arrangement and a reasonable understanding of the cargo. Though before agreeing, I would ask whether “pick up” involves stairs.
