I was taken aback when my brother divorced the vivacious Zoryana and wedded the demure Elena. However, it wasn’t long before I discovered the reason behind his decision, and I was left speechless.

My brother was in a relationship with a girl named Zoryana for about a year. She was stunning, impeccably groomed, and captivating in conversation.

We became close friends, enjoying shopping trips and café outings together. Zoryana, working as a marketer, owned a car and had an excellent sense of style. We all hoped she would become my brother’s wife – but their relationship ended in divorce, bringing our friendship with her to an abrupt halt. Shortly after, my brother introduced us to his new girlfriend, Elena, and announced their engagement.

Elena was the complete opposite of Zoryana – quiet, with minimal makeup and dressed casually. She seemed reserved and reticent, which made us uneasy. My mother disapproved of Elena due to her lack of university education, modest background, and old-fashioned attire. Despite her objections, my brother insisted on marrying Elena.

They tied the knot, and over time, Elena grew more at ease with us, maintaining their home impeccably: the fridge was always stocked. Eventually, my mother came to embrace her as a daughter, witnessing her deep affection for my brother. Recently, I bumped into Zoryana: she was still focused on shopping and seemed unconcerned about the future.

Comparing them, I realized that Elena was the better choice, as Zoryana appeared to remain overly preoccupied with her appearance. I regret our initial misgivings about Elena, who is now expecting a baby, and we eagerly anticipate welcoming a new member into our family.