Forced Filming and Psychological Manipulation
Intense Workload
To maintain the channel’s popularity and revenue, Margaretha often forced Venus to film videos for long hours, regardless of her physical or mental state. Whether early in the morning or late at night, Margaretha would demand that Venus continue filming, even if she was ill or exhausted. She would threaten that if the videos were not posted on time, they would lose fans and income. This relentless workload left Venus physically and mentally drained, struggling to keep up.
Emotional Manipulation
Margaretha not only controlled Venus’s actions but also used psychological manipulation to maintain her dominance. She frequently employed emotional blackmail, telling Venus that if she did not comply, Margaretha would become ill or even die, and all hardships would fall on Venus alone. Margaretha also undermined Venus’s self-worth, making her believe that without her mother’s guidance and control, she would be worthless. This long-term psychological manipulation gradually eroded Venus’s confidence, making her increasingly dependent on her mother.
