A mother-in-law accused her daughter-in-law of cheating at a family party in front of all the guests

Sarah was rightly proud of her son he was tall handsome educated and worked as a programmer in an oil company it had only been two years since he graduated from University and he was already a department head and he achieved this all on his own the talented young employee was noticed because of his professional achievements upon hearing the news Sarah cried tears of joy everything turned out just as she Had hoped maybe even better her son earned a good salary and took out a mortgage on a spacious new apartment in the city center while the

renovations were ongoing Michael lived with his mother and Sarah was happy about it of course she understood that Michael was already grown up and soon he would get married and start his own separate life but for now the woman enjoyed the closeness with her son it brought her joy to cook his favorite dishes and eye In his shirts in the evenings when Michael returned from work Sarah would ask him about his day just like when he was in school although recently her son clearly did not hurry home he definitely had a girlfriend but for some

reason Michael did not rush to introduce her to them of course Sarah had often thought about her future daughter-in-law she dreamed of seeing her son next to a successful educated woman with a well-to-do family Michael deserved the Best for he himself was a gift of fate and Sarah played no small role in making her son into the man he is today the woman knew this and was proud of herself Sarah gave birth to Michael when she was already just over 40. at first young Sarah devoted herself entirely to her studies she didn't want to return

to her native Village to the cows and younger siblings she was going to the university on the economics faculty she enrolled there thanks to her Perseverance and hard work and that was a chance at the life she had always dreamed of and her efforts did not go to waste the young promising student was helped by the dean he arranged for her to work as an accountant in a local Enterprise under his patronage it was impossible to get there from the street well Sarah now everything is in your hands the professor smiled at her then don't

let me down Of course Sarah did not disappoint she was willing to work day and night and soon she delved so deeply into all the nuances that even the chief accountant consulted her before making important decisions her solid salary allowed her to stay in the city rent an apartment and not return to the Village time passed Sarah was burning with work she was constantly taking various courses reading thematic literature in short improving herself she did not Think about her personal life although hints and even open invitations for a date were regularly received by the pretty

Sarah but she realized that it was too early for a relationship let alone a family first she needed to become financially independent she had an atypical mindset for a girl of her age all of her peers at the time only dreamed of a successful marriage while Sarah only thought about work her hard work did not go in vain Ten Years After University she had saved enough money to buy an apartment Sarah felt happy spending her first night in her own home at over 30 years old she had a stable high-paying job as Chief accountant in

a large Enterprise it was time to start thinking about starting a family and Sarah turned her attention to potential husbands she had brief non-committal romances before which helped her relax from Serious work but now Sarah needed something more a serious relationship with marriage and children in the future at that time women without children at her age were considered almost old maids there were many men around Sarah quite worthy intelligent but the trouble was that they all wore engagement rings those women who were lucky in this regard did not work as hard as Sarah for her

financial Independence but as they say fate will find its way One night Sarah was returning home by taxi delayed from work it was already late at night the driver was a Charming talkative young man he looked about seven years younger than Sarah and it turned out that he was Brent jokes a lot causing genuine laughter from the passenger complimenting her and somehow subtly LED Sarah to openness and she told him everything about her life Suddenly Sarah realized that she wanted the ride to her home to be long and not in soon it was easy and

pleasant to talk with the Charming taxi driver he too did not want to say goodbye and deliberately chose detour roots in the end they exchanged phone numbers Brent caught her the next day and it all started Sarah had never felt so desired and loved it seemed that Brent charged her with his energy and zest for life Very soon he moved into his beloved woman's apartment and did not hide his Joy about it he used to live with his parents in their apartment his sister divorced recently and returned to her father's house with three children from

now on Sarah flew home from work on the wings of love as she was no longer alone and called she was always greeted by Brent who was friendly and very caring Brent took care of everything Around the house from cooking to cleaning nobody had ever cared for Sarah like that but that love story ended badly it took Sarah a few years to realize that Brent was simply using her if it weren't for the accident she would probably have ignored the warning signs for a long time Brent did not work as a taxi driver for long

after moving in with Sarah at first he tried to persuade her that The job was hard and dangerous clients could be difficult then his taxi company closed Sarah was initially happy she wanted Brent to find another safer job she was afraid for her beloved especially when he worked at night and jealousy was also present what if Brent met a beautiful young client and fell in love with her no Sarah would have not been able to bear this her feelings for Brent were too strong At first Brent seemed to be looking for a job studying ads

making calls going to interviews but nothing worked out don't worry Sarah reassured him my salary is more than enough you don't have to rush to find a job yet and Brent did not rush however he sometimes took on odd jobs he often had to leave at night sometimes for several days after such trips the guy returned happy and Sarah thought that she understood his feelings she herself liked feeling Financially dependent she thought that the opportunity to earn money pleased her beloved but she was wrong one day Sarah went to a nearby town for an audit

Brent was working at that time and warned her that he would not be home for at least two days after the audit Sarah went to a restaurant for dinner and that's where she saw this ugly scene at the next table No it looked very admirable from the outside the sweet guy looked at the young ladies sitting in front of him with loving eyes stroked her hand adjusted her hair and kissed her from time to time a beautiful couple a pure feeling the problem was that this guy was Brent he didn't notice her and Sarah was

glad about it firstly she didn't want to create a scene in front of her colleagues and secondly she needed to Gather her thoughts before having a serious conversation and also to experience this betrayal somehow to pour out her emotions when no one saw her at home Sarah buried her face in the pillow and started crying after all she sincerely loved Brent made plans for a joint life with him and even came up with names for their son and daughter which would fit well with her beloved surname and now all these dreams were over But the

scene she witnessed put everything in its place of course Sarah understood that this was not normal that she fully supported an adult man who was in no hurry to find work a period of a few months of temporary crisis is normal but Brent had been sitting on her neck for a couple of years now and these supposed odd jobs were just a cover for such meetings with women on the side finally as always Sarah pulled herself Together gathered her courage and kicked Brent out of her apartment and out of her life at first he tried

to justify himself coming up with the implausible explanations then swore his love and begged for forgiveness and only at the end when it became clear that Sarah was Resolute Brent said what he rarely had in mind what did you want you're old and I am young I was drawn to young beautiful Easy-going girls and you were cold and bossy plus you're fat who needs you and Brent left slamming the door Sarah thought about his words is it really true was she really so disgusting after her breakup with Brent Sarah became disillusioned with all men although

she no longer wanted to get married she still had hopes of becoming a mother and planned to have a child for herself Sarah had occasional relationships solely to having a child but it wasn't happening she couldn't seek medical help for her problem because at the time it was considered immoral to plan a child while being single Sarah eventually concluded that she was infertile and resigned herself to the fact that she would never have a husband or a child at least she had her job which was her only Outlet Then after celebrating her 40th birthday Sarah

finally met her destiny Gordon a divorced friend of the company owner immediately showed obvious signs of attention to the chief accountant he complimented her looked at her with admiration smiled and one day asked her out Gordon was vastly different from Brent he invited Sarah to expensive restaurants gave her luxurious gifts and helped her with work although Sarah Didn't have a strong feelings for him as she did for Brent she felt desired and loved in Gordon's presence with him everything was calm and reliable so Sarah happily agreed to Gordon's proposal to legalize their relationship Sarah honestly

warned her future husband that she couldn't have children she was sure of this because none of her attempts of which there were many had been successful but Gordon wasn't worried he had already Become a father his son and daughter were graduating from University and he communicated with them and helped them that was enough for him imagine Sarah's surprise when she discovered that she was pregnant the woman still remembered the wave of warmth and happiness that enveloped her head the dream that seemed like it would never come true finally became a reality Gordon was also pleased

he was sure it was a boy and even suggested naming him Michael after his grandfather and they did indeed have a boy however his father never got to see him Sarah's personal happiness was short-lived Gordon's life was taken by a sudden stroke the man who was just 47 years old and in the prime of his life was gone Sarah took a long time to recover from the loss to cope with her heavy feelings she was helped by the realization that a baby was growing and developing inside her she had to be strong for him Michael

was born a little prematurely he was Tiny sickly and cried a lot he took all of his mother's attention and energy Sarah had to spend a lot of money on doctors but fortunately she had it the premature baby had multiple problems including possible cerebral palsy but Sarah didn't give up she searched for outstanding Rehabilitation Specialists studied medical news fought her way into the best medical centers and it all paid off By the time he was in school Michael was not only healthy but also Advanced Beyond his years medals for prize-winning places in swimming hung over

his bed a piano stood in the corner of the child's room on which the preschooler already played classical pieces quite well and shelves were overflowing with colorful children's books his mother tried to instill in him an interest in reading and she succeeded of course Michael only Received top grades in school and continued to please his mother with his athletic achievements in Middle School Michael became interested in programming Sarah supported this useful Hobby and bought him a powerful computer some discs and a bunch of other gadgets Sarah sponsored her enthusiastic child and it paid off Michael

soon began to win programming olympiads Sarah's heart sang with happiness when Her son brought home another certificate it was then that she realized that her son would go far and Achieve much all of this was the Merit of Sarah she devoted herself to her son first his health then his development and upbringing the woman took him to clubs and sections went with him to competitions and combined all of this with her demanding job Sarah had a hard time without support Sometimes she looked sadly at the fathers who walked with their children and brought them to

kindergarten or school Gordon would have been a very attentive and caring father life with him would have been easier and more pleasant but it turned out as it did and now the woman did her best for her son in late motherhood Sarah saw many advantages young mothers often broke down on their children or neglected them Pursuing their careers personal life meeting with friends going to beauty salons she on the other hand perfectly understood that a child was a Priceless gift and did not spare time and effort to develop her son Michael entered the university and

passed and he studied there for only excellent grades until the fourth year Sarah always trembled with fear when she remembered that time Michael was literally replaced by someone else he gained some strange friends that first Sarah was even glad Michael devoted almost all his time to studying just like she did once but he was a young guy and he needed to have fun socialize with peers and fall in love when if not now the woman did not object to his nocturnal walks her heart was squeezed with fear Her Imagination Drew terrible Pictures but Sarah did

not show her feelings she understood that it had to be this way but gradually it got to the point that Michael disappeared in clubs almost every night he would come back in the morning happy and on wobbly legs he would make it to his bed and lay down on it in his clothes yes it was a difficult period of course his studies suffered greatly the dean of the faculty called Sarah and warned her that if all of this continued they would Have to expel Michael the woman was shocked she tried to talk to her son

but he only snarled and rudely replied Sarah did not recognize her child Michael was always so polite so understanding and considerate the now he was cursing and swearing there was so much aggression in his words and movements Sarah tried to influence Michael with money by simply stopping his financing only giving him money for transport to The university but his clubbing continued and soon the woman realized where her son was getting his money from several gold chains and Rings were missing from her jewelry box and then it turned out that Michael failed his exams and he

was expelled it was too much Sarah caused a scandal with Michael resulting in him insulting her slamming the door and disappearing for several weeks during this time Sarah was extremely Upset and even filed a missing person report although it was not given proper attention he's a young guy he out just out having fun he'll be back the policeman assured her at that time Sarah quarreled with the officer accusing him of indifference and threatening to complain to the prosecutor's office however the man turned out to be right Michael did return home almost crawling he looked Pale

and disheveled like a homeless person Sarah understood that her son had problems with drinking he often couldn't stand on his own two feet spoke nonsense and responded inappropriately this was all due to the bad influence of the company he was keeping Sarah was horrified to realize that she was sometimes afraid of her own son but just like many years ago when she had to care for a premature weak baby The woman gathered her strength and decided to act she wouldn't give up she would fight for her child but this time it was more difficult Michael

refused to go to the doctor and wasn't going to break ties with his new friends don't you see that these buddies are dragging you down to the bottom the woman tried to reason with her son you were the most successful student in your class you're a talented programmer so much work has been invested And are you willing to do this to your life now soon there will be no turning back but with them I can be myself not that perfect boy you imagined Michael retorted finally I'm free from your pressure and accept it and it

will be easier scolded cried pleaded and tried to talk to her son heart to heart but nothing worked it was painful and scary to watch what her loved one was turning into And there was also a nagging feeling of guilt she couldn't handle raising her son it was her failure she was a bad mother after about a year of living This way everything Suddenly normalized by itself this happened after another long absence of Michael Sarah had almost given up but a miracle happened Michael changed again at first he started going to nightclubs less often then

he stopped altogether Sarah No longer saw her son in that strange state that used to scare her Michael recovered at the University his previous achievements helped him professors went out of their way to help The Talented student and he even started working again created websites for companies Sarah then decided that her son had gone through a transitional period in his fourth year and after the crisis he suddenly matured took hold of himself And everything would be fine now she played a part in this too of course of course the parenting conversations apparently did not go

in vain Michael snapped when she berated him but the right words were deposited somewhere in his mind and in the end her son made the right choice at first Sarah anxiously watched over her son afraid that everything would repeat itself however Michael behaved impeccably once looking at his mother's Worried eyes he apologized for his behavior I understand how much pain I caused you and I'm ashamed Michael lowered his head showing sincere remorse I insulted you took your things and sold them just to get money for entertainment and you you did so much for me and

I treated you like that son it's all in the past Sarah hurried to calm her son and remove the awkwardness The main thing is that you realized everything and changed it was an important life lesson for you now everything will be fine yes now everything will be fine I promise and I will definitely return the money for the decoration that I took Michael kept his word he graduated from University with honors and got a good position at a prestigious company Sarah who had already retired by that time had connections but Michael himself Coped well with

the task of finding a job from his first salary he bought his mother gold jewelry even more expensive than those he once took from her box he handed Sarah a couple of velvet boxes embarrassed the woman said nothing just hugged her son tightly they were the closest and dearest people on earth time passed and Michael worked bought an Apartment and started renovating it occasionally Sarah traveled with her son Michael involved his mother into this fascinating hobby often giving her interesting tours around the country and sometimes he went with her himself it seemed that there were

no secrets between the mother and son they talked about all sorts of things and discussed everything in the world however Sarah understood that Michael had a girlfriend about whom he was Somehow silent the woman tried to ask questions but her son answered evasively and once said directly that everything has its time and Sarah stopped asking after all an adult has the right to her personal life there was another forbidden topic for conversation Michael never talked about what happened to him during that difficult period why he suddenly changed what kind of friends he had at that

time what the guy was doing when he didn't Come home for days and most importantly how he managed to break free from a bog pulling him down Michael immediately became gloomy and closed when Sarah tried to talk to him and the woman gradually stopped trying Sarah sat in her armchair and embroidered as she had recently taken up needlework it was a soothing Pastime and the beautiful pictures she created were pleasing the living room wall was already covered with them previously Sarah was always occupied with her son and work and there simply wasn't enough energy for

such Pleasant little things as needlework the TV was playing in the background showing the plot of the next soap opera not that Sarah Loved These sentimental series she just sometimes wanted to watch something light and unburdening there is probably take their toll after all she is almost 65. soon perhaps grandchildren will come The phone on the coffee table rang and Sarah looked at the screen it was her son calling hello mum I have a request for you can you prepare something special for dinner tonight you're good at many things choose something at your discretion of

course with pleasure can you be more specific about what you want Mom it's not for me we have a guest today I'll introduce you to my fiance what Sarah sat up straight in her chair Why didn't you tell me earlier I would have prepared more it's such a grand event that's why I didn't tell you in advance so you wouldn't worry and wouldn't come up with anything special just prepare one of your favorite dishes and I'll buy wine that's enough no it's not enough Sarah objected what about matching napkins and tableware what about candles what

about Decor I want to welcome your fiance with dignity Mom what candles Sarah felt her son smiling just set the table for three Charlize doesn't like excessive formality so her name is Charlie's Sarah said she suddenly realized it was the only thing she knew about the girl her son loved who is she how old is she what does she do tell me something at least we'll talk about it when we meet Michael promised it will be a topic for Conversation you'll like her she's nice hours passed quickly and Sarah was busy with Pleasant chores she

went to the store for matching napkins and candles and she needed to buy something else for the table Sarah baked a goose with apples in the oven a dish that she excelled at made a couple of salads and beautifully set the table by the appointed time soon her son and Charlize would arrive she must be a very worthy and beautiful Girl since Michael chose her Sarah wondered who her parents were because she so depended on the Family would the girl like their apartment would you find the ambience too simple Sarah's heart was pounding with joyful

anticipation her son said he would introduce her to his fiancee that meant they decided to get married What happiness the time was not far off when Michael would give her grandchildren Sarah can wait to spoil The little ones she believed she would be the perfect grandmother the one that neither She nor her son ever had caring loving attentive finally the sound of the door opening was heard Sarah went to the hallway to greet her guests her son came into the apartment first behind him was a young girl slender pale and shy in her hands was

a simple leatherette bag and on her feet worn ballet flats from a Chinese store Sarah immediately noticed these details welcome dear guests the woman found the strength to smile Charlize modestly sat next to Michael Sarah sat opposite the girl she was cute of course delicate like a deer Michael looked even more masculine and strong next to her the woman could fully understand what attracted her son to this young creature it turned out that Charlize was a couple of years younger than Michael after Graduating from nursing school she worked in a private Clinic Sarah began to

ponder the profession is certainly Noble and necessary but why not become a doctor instead of a nurse either Charlize lacks ambition or she was lazy or she was not smart enough none of these options are good then Sarah found out that Michael and Charlize had been dating for several years they met at a bus stop during Rainstorms which seemed quite original and even romantic in the era of internet dating fate brought us together Michael said with exaggerated solemnity and then added seriously Charlize is my guardian angel the love of my life the girl smiled shyly

and Sarah felt a Pang of jealousy then she asked Charlize about her family and it turned out that the girl had come to the city from a village to study her parents are poor And they have four more children besides Charlize during her studies the girl lived in a dormitory and worked part-time since the scholarship was not enough to cover her expenses after graduation she got a job and life became easier there were funds for rent clothes and food later she accidentally met Michael and realized that she had fallen in love no wonder you fell

in love Sarah thought To herself he's a guy with an education and a good job an ideal option for someone like you Sarah realized that her son Michelle is his only chance to escape poverty perhaps it was Michael's success that attracted her despite her modesty and upbringing Sarah felt dislike towards Charlize she's pretending to please me the woman decided and after the wedding she will show her true face but it's okay I will Talk to my son he doesn't notice anything now because of his strong feelings to avoid putting Hassan in an awkward position Sarah

pretended to be friendly Michael in turn appeared to be in love and happy Sarah understood him she was once in love too many years ago a Charming young Taxi Driver Brent had also made her head spin and it took her several years to realize That he was using her shamelessly Sarah didn't want such a scenario for Michael after dinner Michael went to see Charlie's off to the taxi Sarah found the strength to smile goodbye but Charlize noticed the true emotions of her future mother-in-law sensitive person but most importantly the son did not understand anything thought

Sarah dreamed of a different life for her Successful and promising son not a poor girl who didn't even have a higher education she planned to talk to him cautiously so as not to hurt or push him away well what do you think of Charlize Michael asked when he would return home she's Charming isn't she cute yes Sarah didn't argue and is it all serious between you two it couldn't be more serious I love her more than life itself and we're getting Married by the end of the year that's my decision but maybe you shouldn't rush

it date go out who's stopping you at a wedding it's a very serious commitment mum what's wrong with you Michael nervously blinked don't you like Charlize what's wrong with her she is a poor girl from the village said Sarah finally decided to be honest she has no high education no prospects you're her ticket to a comfortable life I don't want you to be used do you think I can only be loved for my car apartment and salary and I'm nothing by myself what I don't mean that at all Sarah protested you're the most wonderful person

you deserve the best but Charlize she's not the right match for you don't rush you'll find a bride who suits you better I never told you but there was a time in my life when I had an Alfonso sitting on my neck it was painful and Humiliating mum don't talk about her like that Michael said reproachfully and Sarah immediately understood that if she continued in the same vein she would lose her son's favor he was too Charmed by Charlize now and remember yourself you're from the village too and from a poor family you and Charlize

have a lot in common not so much I didn't try to improve my financial situation by marrying a rich Man I achieved everything myself mom Michael said in a chiding tone okay sorry his mother's side since you've chosen her she must be perfect you'll like her someday when you get to know her better Michael finally smiled after this conversation Sarah tried many times to dissuade her son hinting to him that he shouldn't rush that he should look closer at his bride to be but Michael remained unyielding he claimed That he loved Charlie's and that their

feelings were tested by time he also begged his mother to treat his fiancee kindly Sarah tried very hard not to show her dislike but sometimes she just couldn't help herself why didn't you get a higher education Sarah asked Charlie's once this question kept bothering her her friends already knew that her son was preparing for a wedding and of course they asked about The bride Sarah even felt a bit awkward answering their questions and now she wanted to put Charlize in the same uncomfortable position I had to work the girl Shrugged after I finished nursing courses

I was asked to vacate the dormitory so I had to work you can't study at a Medical University remotely I couldn't combine studying with work Sarah shook her head thinking to herself That the girl was just lazy in her own time she had worked from dawn until Dusk and had not relied on a rich boyfriend to improve her financial situation the young couple decided not to have a lavish wedding instead choosing a dinner with the closest friends at a restaurant before flying off for a Beach vacation Sarah was upset with this because she had dreamed

of a grand celebration with a bride in a white dress and Veil her handsome son in an elegant suit family And friends on both sides after their honeymoon the newlyweds moved into Michael's apartment which he had already renovated at first the young couple visited Sarah often but their visits dwindled and eventually stopped altogether have you forgotten about me completely Sarah asked her son indignantly during a phone call you're always nitpicking at Charlize Michael explained that's why we don't come over anymore to avoid Irritating you unnecessarily she's turning you against me Sarah replied mum I love

Charlie's and I love you too don't make me choose between the two it's hard Sarah did indeed try to criticize Charlie's every chance she got she often commented on charlize's clothing her inability to discuss art and literature her loud spoon clanking against a cup while stirring sugar and her loud laughter Sarah tried to say these comments as friendly advice and Charlize didn't seem offended or at least didn't show it however she probably voiced her feelings to her husband later with each passing day Charlie's annoyed Sarah more and more she's pretending to be modest these villagers

from a poor family are so cunning worldly wise and experienced that it was probably easy for her to deceive my respectable intelligent son It was probably an easy task for her complained Sarah to her friend one day Sarah had a strong stomachache that made it impossible to breathe she decided not to wait in line at a state clinic and instead went to a good private clinic within an hour she was sitting outside the doctor's office how different private clinics were from the state ones smiling staff a friendly atmosphere stylish Interiors no unpleasant people No horrible

smells Sarah was asked to wait for five minutes and she settled on a soft leather couch opening a magazine lying on the table suddenly she heard a familiar voice please come in Leonard is waiting for you Charlize said with a smile to a patient what a coincidence Sarah had unknowingly scheduled an appointment at the clinic where her daughter-in-law worked for some reason Sarah didn't want Charlize To notice her now she quickly covered her face with the magazine while watching the pretty nurse closely Charlize exchanged a few words with a colleague at the reception signed some

documents and then the doctor a handsome tall man came out of the office Sarah didn't like the way he was looking at Charlize at all the doctor couldn't take his eyes off the nurse clearly enamored with her he asked Charlie's a question and she Responded bringing a smile to the doctor's face flirting Sarah found it hard to breathe how disappointing for her son he picked up a poor girl and she's playing around at work in gratitude the doctor approached Charlize and spoke to her again his gaze leaving no doubt that he was head over heels

in love Charlize replied briefly and hurried down the hallway the man was watching her until she disappeared into one of The rooms the scene Sarah had just witnessed was shocking on one hand but on the other she was glad after all she was right about Charlize the examination by the therapist and ultrasound showed that everything was fine with Sarah she was pleased with the result but now an entirely different question occupied her mind how to open her son's eyes and save him From this greedy Unfaithful Woman as a mother she had to do something right

now Sarah called her son how are you doing the woman started house family life everything's great her son replied sure mum that is a strange question of course I'm sure I was at the clinic today where Charlize works and I had an ultrasound done yes everything's fine with me I'm not Calling about that you should have seen how one doctor was staring at her just devouring her with his eyes and what's wrong with that my wife is beautiful it's normal for men to look at her it even flatters me I wouldn't be so happy if

I were you Sarah no longer tried to choose her words carefully Charlize was openly flirting with him smiling at him you can't trust her Mom Michael's voice became firm are you at it again Charlize is the only person I can trust our relationship has stood the test of time and what about me Sarah was stunned so you can trust her but not your own mother in recent times I'm not so sure about you Michael admitted you seem too vehemently against my happiness inside Sarah a mixture of anger and annoyance was boiling but what could she

do life will put Everything in its place from that day on she started to consider Charlize not only a Village Gold Digger and a lazy person but also an Unfaithful wife how else Sarah had eyes and she clearly saw how her daughter-in-law was flirting with a doctor at work of course Michael will find out later and understand that his mother was right and the boy will face a big disappointment and pain Sarah decided to celebrate her 65th Birthday grandly she couldn't have a lavish wedding but her soul demanded a grand feast therefore the woman booked

a large Hall in a restaurant paid for a luxurious dinner and invited dozens of guests former colleagues and Friends of course she invited her son and daughter-in-law although she didn't want to see Charlize but then Michael wouldn't have come either the celebration was great the host Entertained the guests with fun contests and jokes and the waiters served delicious dishes on time Sarah glanced at her daughter-in-law who probably had never been to such parties before Charlize was quiet and modest seeming a bit shy Ra was pleased with it of course the country girl felt out of

place in decent company meanwhile the guests took turns saying Kind words about Sarah and listing her career achievements they praised her ability to make friends and her strong character Sarah was melting with pleasure it was nice that her loved ones noticed her merits and appreciated them then it was time for her son to make a toast he got up with Charlize Sarah looked at Michael and was Charmed by his handsome appearance he looked like a Hollywood actor in his jacket and shirt Michael spoke touching words of love for his mother and praised her for all

she had done for him suddenly he said something that surprised everyone including Sarah but our biggest gift to you will be in March when you will come to the maternity hospital for your grandson there was Applause congratulations reigned people smiled someone even shed a tear Charlize looked down shyly while Michael encouraged her by hugging her Shoulders only Sarah sat with a Stoney face unhappy thoughts swirling in her head in March that means Charlize was about halfway through her term and Michael told her only now as if she were a stranger instead of being happy that

the grandchild she had long dreamed of would soon appear Sarah felt an unpleasant feeling that she had become a secondary character in her son's life and all because of whom because of the village Girl who flirts with doctors at work while pregnant later Sarah regretted her behavior but what's done is done when everyone calmed down a bit Sarah got up from her seat and asked that terrible question Michael are you sure the child is yours at that moment the scene from the clinic was clearly in Sarah's mind the doctor devouring the daughter-in-law with his eyes

Charming Charlize smiling back at Him Sparks were clearly flying between colleagues but what else could Sarah think the Toastmaster tried to turn everything into a joke he succeeded to some extent the guests laughed at her son Michael's face froze pain and disappointment freezing in his eyes Charlie is first blushed to the roots of her hair then turned around and left the room without looking back Michael giving his mother a disappointed look hurried after his wife Sarah suddenly realized that her son was now truly angry with her the guests behaved as if nothing had happened enjoying

themselves singing songs participating in competitions everyone preferred to ignore the awkward moments not to spoil the celebration an old friend came to Sarah and supported her her son had recently divorced and his wife had received half of the Property which she had nothing to do with and now she was not allowing her former mother-in-law to see her grandchildren I wish I could have been as Brave and direct as you were in my time the friend said shaking her head and hugging Sarah by the shoulders Michael got offended how can we make peace with him now

asked upset Sarah truth is too unpleasant that's why it stings the eyes don't worry he's your Own son he'll understand everything and his mother will always forgive him comforted the friend however Michael seemed to have no intention of forgiving his mother Sarah tried calling him several times but he ignored her cause and then even blocked her number two months passed and Sarah couldn't find peace she missed her son and wanted to hear his voice and see his beloved eyes She longed for their heartfelt conversations and walked together the woman regretted what happened on her anniversary

but she didn't change her opinion about Charlize on the contrary she became more convinced that the child was not Michael's Charlize was afraid of being exposed so she prevented communication between mother and son Sarah would have told him everything she saw He would have found out that her suspicions were not unfounded and he would have doubted her meanwhile Michael had erected an invisible barrier around his family and did not let his mother once his closest and beloved person inside Sarah had never felt so lonely before if something happened to her now it seemed that no

one would notice but then one day Michael came to her house unannounced he opened the door With his key and walked into the hallway as if nothing had happened Sarah was sitting with her handicraft in front of the TV at that moment his unexpected appearance excited and pleased her Sarah jumped up and her embroidery fell straight to the Floor Michael looked calm and determined such a grown-up real man how she missed him Michael you've come exclaimed the woman trying to embrace her son but he evaded her mum we need to talk very Seriously about the

incident on the anniversary I regret it myself really well then maybe you'll come with me now to our place and ask Charlize for forgiveness ask Charlize for forgiveness Sarah blington surprise I'm not guilty before her I wanted to ask for forgiveness from you I should have told you the truth about your wife in private you know I saw her So you still don't understand anything Michael interrupted looking at his mother with bitterness okay it's my own fault I should have told you right away when I noticed you didn't like Charlize but she stopped me she

asked me not to worry you unnecessarily and she didn't want to look like a saintly savior in your eyes but since that's the case make some tea Michael suddenly asked settling on the couch We're going to have a very long conversation you need to know a lot Michael began the story when a new student joined their group during their fourth year Barry wasn't doing well academically to put it mildly he had barely managed to get back after being expelled and was a couple of years older than his classmates well-man and Michael was immediately taken aback

by Barry's free communication Style Barry would even crunch on chips during lectures without responding to the lecturer's remarks he would often argue with teachers answer phone calls during class and leave the classroom in the middle of a lecture he also skipped class frequently Barry was not very social with his classmates and he made it clear that he thought they were too young and inexperienced to be friends with someone as cool as him He was constantly receiving phone calls and from the Snippets of conversation it was clear that he regularly attended parties went to nightclubs and

traveled Michael felt a twinge of Envy towards Barry he even had a special gate that was free and relaxed unlike Michael who had always strictly adhered to the framework set by his mother she had instilled in him the belief that well-mannered decent people should behave in a certain way Michael tried to follow her teachings but now looking at Barry he realized that life could be lived differently what did Michael have studies home work on the internet trips with classmates to the cinema or bowling occasional dates with shy girls and interesting books these were the only

things that made up Michael's gray weekdays on the other hand Barry seemed to be living a Fuller and more vibrant life one that he had chosen for himself not One that was imposed on him Michael had seen violators of discipline before but they were just clowns trying to attract attention with their behavior Barry was different he didn't seem to care about others opinions at all University life looked gray and unsignificant in comparison to Barry's interesting life Michael realized that it was time to change something and that he was tired of living by imposed rules He

didn't want to lead a miserable existence as a model student anymore he felt that life was passing him by and nothing bright or interesting was happening after University it would be work followed by marriage and children this was the life script that his mother had planned for him and it didn't include any entertainment fun or Adventure Barry became an example for Michael to Follow he began to copy his manner of speech and gestures sometimes unconsciously once Michael even dared to answer a teacher rudely who made a remark to him the students were surprised as nobody

expected such behavior from him Barry turned around and looked at Michael with clear interest even conspiratorially winking at him during the break Barry approached Michael you seem to differ from this herd of Sheep he said deliberately stretching in the words they're humiliated but they're silent I'm not like that Michael reassured pleased with his idols praise then it must be fun with you Barry slapped his classmate on the shoulder come to the nightclub tonight we often hang out there with friends of course Michael went to the club that night he really wanted to experience the fun

life that his new classmate LED Before Michael did not like nightclubs they were dark stuffy Smoky the music was loud and the dance floor was overcrowded if you were to be honest Michael did not enjoy dancing either he had been to clubs a few times with friends to meet girls but the ladies preferred other guys just like Barry and his acquaintances light open confident daring and decisive but today Michael felt just like that Barry and his company accepted Michael as their own They drank danced and their group was replenished with beautiful girls in the presence

of Barry Michael felt like a real Macho the words flowed from him and the girls listened attentively and admired it was just great closer to Dawn Michael felt exhausted Barry's friends seemed to have tired too but then one of the guys pulled out a packet from his pocket this is for energy he said to Michael who was surprised the others didn't need explanations Don't worry Barry reassured him herbal ingredients no chemistry natural product we need a little refreshment the evening is in full swing and we're already exhausted Michael realized what Barry was offering him and

was worried about it but he couldn't refuse in front of everyone after some time Michael felt an unprecedented surge of strength he felt like a hero in a movie beautiful confident pumped up capable of any feat Even climbing a multi-story building on the wall it seems that anything was possible then Consciousness turned off Michael woke up in a garage on an inflatable mattress next to him covered with a blanket lay a beautiful but apparently overdone unfamiliar girl several young men and women including Barry were also sleeping here some were on an old couch Some were

on the same mattress as Michael and some were just on the floor Michael did not remember what had happened his head was pounding everything was spinning before his eyes and nausea Rose in his throat yesterday was good and fun but it seems that now the Reckoning was coming and Michael was ready to pay this price for a bright Unforgettable evening wake up bro Barry croaked turning over to the other Side he passed out abruptly last night we even thought of calling an ambulance but you're fine now since then Michael began to communicate with Barry and

his friends these were entirely new feelings unlike anything he had experienced before Michael now felt much more confident and learned to behave more freely much of what had seemed important before had now lost all value for example dreams of a career Previously Michael was shy about meeting girls didn't know how to behave with them and was embarrassed in their presence now in the company of Barry and his friends he easily made acquaintances for one or two evenings following the example of his new acquaintances drinks may have played a role but also someone in the company

always had something interesting to eat all of this made the world brighter Sensations Sharper and emotions more Vivid Michael now hardly communicated with his friends from his past life what did they know about real fun these losers were only interested in the upcoming session and exams Michael was influenced by Barry's calmness who didn't worry about studying at all he had other more interesting plans Barry planned a grand party at his parents Country house and Michael was invited the guy eagerly awaited the appointed day the event promised to be not boring the only thing that spoiled

the fun was his mother or rather her constant complaints previously Michael had not noticed how stuffy and unpleasant she was but now he found himself irritated by her constant preaching sometimes he caught himself thinking that to interrupt the flow of tedious moralizing he was ready even to Hit his own mother one day he almost acted on these impulses when he raised his hand to her his mother initially looked scared but then surprised that day Michael's body was breaking down and his head was hurting from a night spent partying with friends and here was his mother

with her Eternal advice so he almost snapped another issue was money before Michael had made money by creating websites for Various companies and his mother generously gave him pocket money although he wasn't Rich he never felt a lack of funds however he no longer had the time energy or desire to work part-time and his mother stopped giving him money she only provided him with enough for transportation and food every day and Michael needed the money because fun didn't come cheap one day Michael remembered that his mother kept a box of gold jewelry on the Top

shelf of the linen closet he had known about it since childhood and he decided to steal it he took some jewelry to the nearest pawn shop and soon became a regular there strangely enough he didn't feel guilty about it at the time as he was focused on getting the money he needed to maintain his lifestyle apparently his brain had already begun to degenerate true he did not realize it at the time and did not regret anything Michael failed the session and did not show up for exams just like Barry when his mother found out it

caused another Scandal which finally pushed Michael over the edge he swung at her again and probably would have hit her in the face if she had not dodged Sarah turned pale covered her face with her hands and burst into tears Michael saw his mother crying for the first time but even this site did not make him come to his senses He waited for her to go to the store and snuck into her room the same box was there he still had time to go to the pawn shop and he needed money before it closed Michael

wanted to distract himself relieved the tension have some fun or anything to avoid the unbearable feeling of irritation however an unpleasant surprise awaited him Sarah discovered the missing jewelry and hid the Box Michael then turned everything upside Down in the apartment throwing books off the shelves emptying drawers and dresses and even checking the cupboards all in vain as the casket was not there in Anger Michael smashed several plates and rushed out of the apartment which was already starting to feel like a prison to him he went to Barry's garage where his friend was recovering from

last night's party neither of them looked excellent Michael shared his problems with his Friend about having no money unable to stay at home and how his mother doesn't even let him breathe calmly what's the problem live here in the garage for now Barry suggested this is my residence my relatives haven't looked here for a long time live as long as you want and about the money I have an idea the idea turned out to be nothing more than a suggestion to break into a local grocery store that closed at seven in The evening and was

guarded by an old man Barry distracted the guard while Michael quickly cleared the warehouse boxes of cereals sausages canned goods and drinks were all stuffed into a huge bag then they took all the loot to some man in an apartment who counted out a few bills for them Michael realized that Barry had been doing this for some time well never mind Now they had money for the evening which by the way had already come Michael lived in a garage for about a week during which he drank a lot and felt bad he already didn't like

his new life but he couldn't go back to the old one at some point he stopped realizing reality altogether and suddenly found himself at a bus stop on the outskirts of the city how did he get here why was he shivering so much and breathing so hard and most Importantly what should he do now with no strength to think Michael lay down on a bench and decided to let whatever happens happen morally he was already prepared for the worst his passing from life strangely enough this scenario almost didn't scare him it was cold and raining

with snow and a piercing wind was blowing people had long been sitting at home and there was nowhere to wait for salvation Would anyone help a dirty ragged homeless person like Michael he realized that they would probably just think he drank and fell asleep and pass him by and then a miracle happened a beautiful young girl suddenly leaned over him with worried eyes and an excited voice the girl looked so pure and Noble especially compared to the ladies that Barry had been spending time with recently Are you feeling unwell asked a stranger should I call

an ambulance Michael muttered something incoherent the girl immediately took out her phone from her coat pocket and called an ambulance while waiting for the paramedics The Stranger measured Michael's pulse fear was visible on her face the guy concluded that his business was bad but despite the pain nausea and Dizziness he wanted to admire the girl's kind eyes the ambulance arrived quickly and they loaded Michael into the vehicle the girl held his hand and spoke encouraging words the whole time to Michael's great joy she went with them it turned out that even in such a state

he could find the reasons for joy Michael was saved by a miracle you should be grateful to this girl all your life she saved your life Another couple of minutes and that would be it the doctor said strictly to Michael nodded in agreement speaking was still difficult for him do you want me to tell someone where you are Michael shook his head no my mother can't know about this for anything she just won't be able to handle it Michael understood that she would definitely end up in the ICU with a heart attack It's your right

you're an adult so you decide by the way if this happens again you probably won't survive it you were lucky this time but you need to get treated urgently think about my words Michael thought and decided that he would be more careful about the number of pills he used many people used them and he saw it every day so he knows the measure nothing terrible will happen Michael dreamed of getting out of the Hospital as soon as possible to meet Barry he missed the fun laughter and carelessness the hospital walls were oppressive and the procedures

were exhausting by the way none of his new friends visited Michael in the hospital although he called Barry as soon as he could and told him where he was Barry sympathized over the phone and said that yes it happens he only asked not to mention his name to anyone and not to talk about Others meanwhile Charlize the girl from the bus stop came to see Michael several times it turned out that she was also a nurse so she could quickly and accurately assess his condition the first time Charlize visited Michael was to find out how

he was doing she was afraid that they hadn't saved him finding out that everything was fine the girl breathed a sigh of relief somehow imperceptibly Michael told Charlize about everything that had been Happening to him lately the girl listened attentively without interrupting during his monologue Michael realized how terrible his story sounded he was ashamed of himself he was kicked out of University ruined his relationship with his mother took her jewelry and hung out with a bad crowd the guy thought that after his words Charlize would get up and leave decent people needed to stay away

from People like him but to his surprise the girl stayed with him for a long time on that day until the end of the visiting hours they talked about abstract topics and Michael admired her beautiful face slender figure and charming smile Charlize came to visit him a few more times and apparently enjoyed talking to Michael one day she opened up to him and shared her story it turned out that Charlize had come to The city from a village having grown up in a penniless and large family despite the challenges she always studied well and worked

hard she had two dreams to escape poverty and to help people both of these dreams had come true as she had managed to finish school and become a nurse helping people every day Charlize was proud that she had worked hard and didn't depend on anyone compared to her story Michael's life Seemed even less attractive she had achieved so much despite not having any support whereas Michael's mother had always been there for him and Michael could not even finish his studies at University conversations with Charlie is made Michael think about his life and reconsider his views

on things being around Barry's friends no longer seemed as appealing to Michael Charlie is herself was like a magnet to him and He never wanted to say goodbye when it was time to part the best part was that she seemed to feel the same way Michael wondered how such a pure beautiful and Noble girl could find anything to love in someone like him she had seen him when he was pathetic twisted and vomiting after drinking too much nothing but disgust could have come from this site but instead Charlie's started to feel Sorry for him and

show concern she even visited him in the hospital to check on his condition maybe she saw something in him something for which he could be loved Michael had long felt disgust towards himself after leaving the hospital Michael went back home his mother never found out that he had spent a week in the hospital thinking that he had just been wandering around like he often did lately he and Charlize continued to meet and Talk on the phone talking to her made Michael feel exhilarated and he felt better and cleaner Michael knew that Charlize was an attractive

girl and passes by his glances during their walks confirmed this even Andrew at the clinic where Charlize worked offered to data Michael had seen this doctor once when he met Charlize after work and realized that Andrew had been in love with her for a long time A young man with sharp facial features and a sporty figure deemed intelligent and successful was passed over by Charlize in favor of Michael a failure who was expelled from University and nearly died there was nothing short of a miracle that they ended up together after Michael was discharged from the

hospital Barry appeared on the scene once again inviting him to the club to celebrate his recovery and Michael agreed He honestly tried to start a new life but despite his efforts he found himself drawn back to his old habits and yearning for the Oblivion they brought he missed that feeling amidst the fun Charlize called she somehow sensed that Michael was in danger and demanded that he leave immediately Michael hesitated he was having so much fun and was certain nothing bad would happen either you come to me now or we will Never see each other again

charlize's voice was firm and decisive there was no doubt she was serious Michael surveyed the hall a crowd of dancing people loud music and cigarette smoke rising in the air memories of Charlize and her smile flashed through his mind he remembered Andrew's sad look when she took Michael's arm on the porch Michael blinked and the scene changed now he lay resigned at a bus stop facing his own Inevitable end an anxious beautiful face leaned over him Michael called a taxi and went to Charlize the choice was easy Charlie's hugged him tightly pressing against him I

was afraid it was too late that I would lose you again she admitted I'll never hang out with them again Michael replied stroking her shiny red hair I don't need anyone in my life except for you and the man kept his promises whenever Barry or anyone else from the company offered to have a good time Michael responded with a categorical refusal soon his former friends gave up on him and Michael began to rebuild his life he returned to University started studying again he tried very hard to become independent as soon as possible and make a

beloved proposal his mother couldn't have been happier with her son who had made up his mind it seemed to her that he had realized His mistakes and made the right choice Michael and Charlize decided not to tell her what really happened it was too scary and uglier story Michael didn't introduce Charlize to his mother because he wanted to present her as his fiancee not just a girl from the street he felt it was the right thing to do finally two years after graduating from University Michael realized that the material base was ready and he could

start a family He made a proposal to Charlize and although it wasn't a surprise for her it made her pleased however there was only one hitch with meeting Michael's mother Charlie is immediately realized that his mother didn't like her Sarah of course tried to hide it but it didn't work out very well Michael believed that everything would change after the wedding but it only got worse Charlize pretended that everything was fine that his mother's Behavior didn't bother her At all but Michael saw that his wife was really struggling with the situation the man himself sincerely

wondered how anyone could not like Charlize she was perfect beautiful kind loyal caring and brave how could one not understand that it was a great Fortune to meet such a unique person Michael hoped that the news of their grandchild would change his mother's attitude towards his wife which is why He didn't tell her about charlize's pregnancy waited for the solemn moment although Charlies doubted that it was a good idea to announce such news to everyone Michael assured her that it would have greater effect the man was taken aback by the hurtful words his mother had

spoken that night he spent a long time calming down his upset wife and berating himself for his foolishness Charlize had been right all along he should never have told everyone about Her pregnancy in public he had thought it would make a beautiful surprise and an expensive gift for his mother's anniversary but it had turned out to be ugly instead since then the young couple had cut off Communications with Sarah Michael was deeply offended by her words and refused to answer her cause Charlize urged him to reconcile with his family reminding him that he would never

be Happy or at peace otherwise and that she didn't want that for him a bad piece is better than a good quarrel and then after all the baby will be born soon Charlie is reminded children should not grow up in an atmosphere of hostility she said Sarah was stunned she realized that she could have lost her son forever he had been so close to leaving this world she remembered his behavior during That difficult period he was aggressive strange and cold Michael had been completely disinterested in his education and career and had only been concerned about

money even taking most of her gold jewelry to porn Sarah had blamed his dissolute lifestyle and Youthful maximalism but it turned out that the matter was much more serious he had almost died Charlize had saved him twice first by Calling an ambulance at the bus stop and then by giving him an ultimatum when he was at the club with Barry Michael could have easily returned to his old ways but Charlize his love and faith in him had stopped him Sarah sighed deeply tears welling up in her eyes she was experiencing a mix of emotions belated

fear for her son guilt towards the girl who had saved him an immense gratitude towards her What have I done Charlie's probably won't forgive me now Sarah said confused you don't know her at all Michael smiled I've told you many times she is wonderful and unique I'm lucky to have met her Sarah nodded now I understand how lucky we are to have her