«Let’s toast to new beginnings,» Natalia declared, her voice steady despite the tension. She stood resplendent in a deep burgundy gown, a sparkle in her eye mirroring the twinkling Christmas tree lights behind her. The champagne in her glass caught reflections of the golden bulbs as she addressed her assembled friends and family. «To the […]
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Olga was eager to return home with just one day left before the holiday. She needed to tidy up the house, hang the festive decorations, and purchase groceries for the celebration meal. She left her office quickly, treading cautiously on the slippery ground in her light heeled boots, and made her way to her car […]
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Nazim’s bakery was renowned throughout the district and always enjoyed high demand from customers. Both adults and children loved his delicious baked goods. For his little admirers of his culinary talents, Nazim always offered a discount, which brought a pleasant smile and gratitude from their parents. Nazim, along with his family, came to Russia many […]
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Ruslan walked slowly across the squeaky, dazzlingly white snow that covered everything around him, hardly noticing the biting cold. In his ears, the echoes still rang: «Face the wall! Hands behind your back! Prepare for inspection!» He was returning after another grueling shift at the women’s prison in Solikamsk. The young man had been working […]
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