Here’s a much shorter version of your story that keeps the core meaning and emotional arc intact:
Anton always saw himself as his own boss. While others studied, he was busy flipping cars and building a business. That’s when he met Albina, a modest honor student. They fell in love, married, and had two kids—Dimka and later Lenochka.
Albina gave everything to motherhood, but Anton refused to help or hire a nanny. He claimed he was investing in his business, though he kept spending on himself. Albina felt exhausted and lonely.
One day, Anton suddenly said he wanted a divorce—he was done with family life. He left, expecting Albina to manage alone.
Struggling, Albina took a cleaning job to support her children. One day, she discovered her grandfather had left her a significant inheritance. She used it wisely—retrained, started a business, and opened a café.
One afternoon, Anton walked into her café with a new woman. Surprised to see Albina, he mocked her, thinking she was just a waitress—until he learned she was the owner.
Albina remained calm, poised, and in control. As she walked away, Anton sat stunned. She had not only survived—she had risen.
Let me know if you’d like it even shorter or adapted for a specific purpose (like a social post or a script).
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