Nikto led his war-spoil bride into the quiet sanctuary of their cabin. He spoke with a measured tone, "In Russian, strength and loyalty are the pillars of marriage. Like a well-maintained weapon, it requires regular maintenance."

Amidst the crackling hearth, Nikto's calloused hands gestured towards the essentials – a pile of firewood, a simmering kettle on the stove and fresh game from the Siberian wilderness. "Here, you'll learn what it takes to become a true Russian wife."