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Sergey always stood out from his peers, and his father often pondered this. Pavel Ivanovich not only loved his son—he felt a deep sense of pride for him. Whenever his wife Natasha was around, he would frequently ask her: «Why do we have such an unusual son? There has never been anyone like him in … Read more

Why Inna was knitting booties, she herself did not know… Her daughter was 40, had been widowed two years ago, and had never had children. Last year, she remarried. Her husband was younger and wanted to live for himself. Her son had long ago moved to America and had no plans to return. The nephews … Read more

Mom! Where are you?» the voice of her daughter, like the chirping of a bird, scattered throughout the yard. Valentina straightened her back with effort, leaning on the ancient wooden handle of the shovel. How old was this tool? It seems Sergey himself made it, always repeating, «With a reliable tool, any job is easier.» … Read more

Konstantin and Albina met within the walls of the Institute of Culture, although their faculties were different. From a young age, Konstantin was immersed in the world of music, which was not surprising given his background. He grew up in a family where art was not just a hobby, but a way of life. His … Read more

You don’t even realize how much your mediocrity and dullness irritate me now,» Andrei said, his eyes flashing. «I don’t need a gray mouse; I deserve more!» «Do you really think money makes you better?» Olga replied, her voice full of pain, trying to hold back tears. The evening light cozily illuminated the kitchen where … Read more

This day seemed to stretch on endlessly. Klara simply couldn’t understand why Leonid had arranged this meeting on the Embankment—the very place where they had first met. What was he up to? In the past, her husband had rarely shown a romantic streak: the most he ever did was bring her a bouquet on a … Read more

Masha, listen to me. Just wait, don’t cry. The place I’m going to pays really well. It just turned out this way, but we can’t give up. I’ll earn money, and we’ll start over.» Ivan tried to reassure her. Masha shook her head in despair. «No, Ivan, no. No money is worth a life.» «What … Read more

I asked you to look after our son like a human being! How can you be so heartless? The child is soaking wet, and you’re just staring at your monitor!» «Why are you starting this now?» Vadik grimaced, glancing over his shoulder at the baby crib. «The boy is lying there quietly, not crying. Why … Read more

Svetlana sat on a bench outside the maternity hospital. Her heart was heavy with the realization of the mistake she had made. Perhaps it would have been better to leave the baby here for the state to take care of. But there was no other choice left — her partner had disappeared without a trace … Read more

«Well, son, tell me, how is it in the city?» his mother bustled around the stove, constantly adding hot pies to the plate. Nikita smiled, looking at her gray crown. Always the same—always in motion, always busy. Just more wrinkles and a bit more bent back.   «It’s quiet, mom. We finally finished the renovation.» … Read more