Liliya kept her wealth secret from her husband Igor and his critical mother, Alla Sergeyevna. Though she owned multiple properties, including the apartment they lived in and the one her mother-in-law rented, she posed as a shopping center manager and hid her inheritance.

For years, Liliya endured Alla’s constant insults—about her cooking, her education, even her clothes. Igor never defended her. Still, Liliya tried to win approval, even planning a surprise vacation for their anniversary. But when Alla moved in uninvited and ruined their plans, Liliya had enough.

After Igor suggested helping his mother with rent—falsely claiming it had increased—Liliya revealed the truth. She owned both apartments and had been subsidizing Alla’s rent out of love for Igor. Alla and Igor were speechless.

When they begged forgiveness, Liliya refused. She handed Igor divorce papers, ending years of silent suffering. “You never defended me,” she told him. “You chose her every time.”

A month later, Liliya finalized the divorce. Igor and his mother moved into a smaller, pricier apartment. Liliya was free.

Lesson: Don’t tolerate disrespect to protect someone else’s comfort. Real love stands up for you—especially when no one else does.