— My dear, don’t confuse a servant with a wife! If you want to be waited on like a shah, then create those conditions for yourself. — And where are my slippers, I ask you? Not where they’re supposed to be again! — Artem’s voice cut through the evening silence of the apartment like a … Read more
“Sveta, here’s the thing. Mom needs some help. She needs the balcony windows washed—she can’t manage it herself anymore. And she needs groceries for the week too; the list is pretty long. Can you go over there today?” Kirill walked into the kitchen wearing sweatpants and a wrinkled T-shirt, radiating the relaxed atmosphere of … Read more
“You shameless little brat, shut your mouth and listen to your elders! You’ll do exactly what I tell you to do! Otherwise, my son will quickly teach you some sense!” “Marina, get moving and come over here right now!” Zinaida Arkadyevna’s voice sounded through the phone as though she were barking an order at an … Read more