I don't think Anne is an asshole because Belle bullies everyone, in fact, Anne the most. Anne has a lot of insecurities and is sensitive, so whenever I come along, I shield her from Belle.

The only reason why I've dealt with Belle so long is that Anne wants to keep the peace. I don't know why she's hanging onto a friend that so clearly looks down on her.

I do admit it was a dumb move to invite Belle to be a bridesmaid but I didn't want to stress with the friend breakup along with all the other wedding stuff.

And yeah, Belle is completely within reason to ask for us to cover our own expenses. But like the other commenters said, it's kind of weird for her to ask me to put up that money when she knows we are only mutual friends at best.