— But before we speak about circles and levels, let’s put everything in its proper place.
In the middle of the celebration, the mother-in-law had taken the microphone and, without embarrassment in front of the guests, called the bride a “pauper,” just because she lived in the countryside: the bride’s father’s response shocked everyone.
He nodded to the organizer. The organizer brought a folder with documents.
— This hall was paid for by me. The banquet, too. The dress, the jewelry, and even your son’s suit — all my gift. The apartment they will move into is registered under my daughter. And, by the way, the company where your son works… the controlling stake belongs to me.
The silence became deafening. The mother-in-law went pale.
— I did not teach my daughter to boast about money, — he continued. — Because true dignity does not shout into a microphone.
He looked at the groom.
— And upbringing… unfortunately, is not inherited.
