My Husband and MIL Locked Me in My Room After I Got Injured at Work —

I met Collins at 28 while waitressing, drawn to his kindness and attentiveness. After a year of dating, his thoughtful proposal led to marriage. But cracks emerged—his subtle guilt trips morphed into control, and living with his mom Jenna intensified it with chores and to-do lists. After a work injury left me immobile, they locked me in a room with a contract demanding servitude. Using a hidden key, I escaped, called my sister Mia and police, and filed for divorce and a restraining order.

With Mia’s lawyer husband James’ help, I countered Collins’ claims with evidence, winning the case. His job fired him for ethical breaches, and Jenna faced eviction. Seeing Collins’ regret at the pharmacy, I affirmed my independence. The betrayal taught me to reclaim my life—don’t let control define you; strength lies in walking away.