Our Entitled Landlord Refused to Return Our Deposit, So We Taught Him a Lesson

After years of saving, Peter and Mary finally moved into their dream apartment, ready for a fresh start. But their excitement quickly turned to frustration when their landlord, Mr. Hollingsworth, refused to return their security deposit, falsely claiming the apartment was in terrible condition.

Peter, a logical tech analyst, was furious but determined to get to the truth. The inspection on move-out day had seemed fine, but soon after, Mr. Hollingsworth left a voicemail accusing them of leaving the apartment filthy and infested with cockroaches. Peter knew this was false—they had cleaned thoroughly.

To investigate, Peter checked the footage from a nanny cam they’d left behind. Shockingly, the landlord had sneaked into the apartment, wearing gloves and a mask, to plant rotting food and create a disgusting smell, framing them for damage they didn’t cause.

With the evidence in hand, Peter and Mary met with the landlord, accompanied by a lawyer. They played the footage, catching Mr. Hollingsworth in the act. Defeated, the landlord agreed to return their deposit plus $1,000 for the distress caused.

Back in their new home, Peter and Mary celebrated their victory, grateful for their unity and the justice they had secured. Their experience taught them that, together, they could overcome any challenge—and that truth is the best weapon when facing deceit.