“That tie and clip were bought today by a young woman who, oddly enough, looks exactly like you. And then you’ve got the same set lying around in your office. Just miracles, isn’t it?”
— “I don’t understand what you mean? Ask someone. They’ll confirm it.”
— “That it looks like you’re not a buck, dear—you’re a billy goat!”
Stanislav instantly bristled. He wasn’t used to his wife’s boldness.
— “Don’t push it! If something doesn’t suit you—pack up and leave!”
If you can’t hold back, you have to push it to the fullest. Don’t let yourself be crushed.
— “I can arrange that! But you’ll leave—not me! Forgot who owns this house?”
— “On paper, sure, but I bought it!” If you start throwing a tantrum, you’ll make things worse. I can bring a second wife and then you’ll have to put up with it!”