Alexey Smirnov lived in one of the city’s wealthiest neighborhoods, a man whose name was synonymous with success, luxury, and limitless possibilities. His life was filled with glamorous parties, lavish banquets, expensive cars, and the admiration of others. But behind this glittering exterior lay a deep, inner emptiness. Every evening, as he returned to his … Read more
Dylan’s world was torn apart after the death of his brother. Plagued by guilt and haunted by his brother’s last words, Dylan stepped up to care for his nephew, Kyle. But when Kyle handed him an envelope from his father, Dylan’s past and future collided in a way he never expected. The cemetery gates loomed … Read more
Once, I parked my car for just a short while and left. When I returned, I immediately noticed something unusual: there was money on the windshield, tucked under the wiper. As I got closer, I saw that it was a €50 note! There was no one around. I couldn’t figure out who would have left … Read more
I gave up everything for my daughters, and now I’m alone with no one needing me anymore.” Why are my own children treating me this way? When our daughters grew older, my husband and I finally sighed with relief. We thought the hardest times were behind us, as we had carried all the weight on … Read more
Senya’s packing made such a racket that the entire apartment echoed with the sound of his frustration. Jackets thrown carelessly on the floor, a dramatic slam of the wardrobe door, and the suitcase handle yanked so violently that it almost broke off. “At least react a little,” he muttered, looking at Vera, who was calmly … Read more
I married with the hope of happiness, believing everything would fall into place. Some might say that the fact my boyfriend, Will, made me meet his kids just days after we started dating was a red flag, but I didn’t see it. When I finally realized, it was already too late, and I had no … Read more
We went through specialists, endless tests, and long nights filled with cautious hope and bitter disappointment. Just when we were starting to think about adoption, we found out we were expecting. We were overjoyed. We didn’t take any moment for granted. Everything seemed perfect when Zoey was born. Well, almost perfect. Beau, our dog, had … Read more
I handed my mother the keys to your pre-marital apartment. Let her stay there for a while, I said,” Pasha casually revealed. Lera froze, still holding a towel in her hands. Water droplets from her wet hair fell onto her shoulders, leaving dark spots on her T-shirt. “What did you just say?” Her voice was … Read more
I never expected to cry at my stepson’s wedding, but I did. It wasn’t from joy, but heartbreak when his fiancée looked me in the eye and said, “Only real moms get a seat in the front.” With a forced smile, I nodded and quietly walked to the back. Nathan and I met when he … Read more
I never thought I’d be in tears at my stepson’s wedding, but I was. It wasn’t out of joy, but from heartbreak. His fiancée looked me squarely in the eye and said, “Only real moms get a seat in the front.” I smiled politely, nodded, and quietly made my way to the back. I met … Read more