That's falling into a pitfall all in itself, too, you know?

Never assume the answer is one way or another unless you have proof of it. A lack of admission is not the same as a confession.

While it's true they are taking advantage of the situation, it's not as if you have to do anything they say. Or, what? Are you expecting 'a way back' to just fall on your lap? Not putting in the work is the same thing as becoming complacent, in my opinion. It's giving up.