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Dad, please listen to me,” said the woman, now of age, as she sat next to the old man. She took his hand, but Vladimir Pavlovich pulled it toward himself. “You can barely walk—let’s finally resolve this matter.” The old man, like a child, hid his hands behind his back. He silently looked at his … Read more

The Antonovs’ car was once again parked outside the house. Vera realized that the insolent guests had, once again, disregarded her request for them to get out of her little apartment. “Dear guests, aren’t you tired of the hosts? Relatives of my ex-husband were visiting without permission, but their hostess taught them a lesson.” “No, … Read more

It was nearly noon when Ilya finally managed to call his beloved wife: — Yana, I’m alive and well. I’ll be there soon. There was an accident at the mine; we’re just returning to base. — Thank God, Ilyusha! I already called the dispatcher, and he told me everything. I’m waiting for you. Ilya was … Read more

Ana, how much longer are you going to whine?» Marina said, placing her latte cup irritably on the glass table and pushing the plate of almond cookies towards her friend. «All husbands go on business trips, and your Sergey is no exception. You’re acting like a spoiled teenager!» Anna slowly stirred her silver spoon in … Read more

In the half-empty apartment, it was unusually quiet. Grigory opened the door with his key and entered, not warning anyone that he would return so soon. A sharp gust of wind pulled the front door inward and slammed it shut. It was a dull, muffled sound. Only the small window seemed surprised at the return … Read more

Marina sped down the street as if on wings, her heart overflowing with joy from unexpected freedom. A spring breeze playfully tousled her hair, and the sun gently touched her skin. She decided to surprise her mother-in-law, Anna Petrovna, and visit her unannounced. Approaching the old Khrushchyovka, Marina paused for a moment. The peeling paint … Read more

Alenushka, please… listen to me!» the mother-in-law sobbed. «No, Vera Vasilyevna. There’s nothing to talk about,» Alena cut her off. She looked at four-year-old Valyusha, who was a spitting image of his father. But now, that no longer mattered. Not long ago, Alena would have given anything to hear these words. Back when she was … Read more

Innochka, my granddaughter, why are you crying?» Ekaterina Andreevna asked her twenty-four-year-old granddaughter. «I am needed by no one!» the girl said bitterly. «Everyone just looks out for their own benefit, and no one cares about me!»   «How can you say you are not needed? What about me? Your mom and dad? From what … Read more

— Elizaveta, I’m leaving early today. Will you close the kiosk by yourself? And if necessary, cover for Mrs. Anatolyevna, okay? — Elizaveta almost whispered. — Are you even asking, silly! — her partner replied, biting off a piece of fresh bun. — You can always count on me for that. Although, I must admit, … Read more

— Elizaveta, I’m leaving early today. Will you close the kiosk by yourself? And if necessary, cover for Mrs. Anatolyevna, okay? — Elizaveta almost whispered. — Are you even asking, silly! — her partner replied, biting off a piece of fresh bun. — You can always count on me for that. Although, I must admit, … Read more