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Eva's mother asks her to take her younger siblings out, but Eva refuses, exhausted from constantly caring for them. Her mother, pregnant again, dismisses her fatigue, calling her a helper. Eva reveals her frustration with the family's growing size in a small apartment and argues with her mother, who threatens punishment from her father.
Eva goes out alone, enjoying a rare moment of freedom. A friend, Dania, offers to treat her to desserts. Meanwhile, Eva's mother unexpectedly goes into labor, leaving her son, Maksim, to care for the younger children. Eva's friend expresses shock at the physical abuse Eva endures at home. He offers her a place to stay, and she accepts.
Social services visit Eva's home after a neighbor complains about the children's noise. Eva's mother gives birth to twin boys, bringing the total to seven children. The father is informed that his wife can no longer have more children. Upon returning home, the father, initially lenient after the birth of his sons, becomes angry when he learns Eva spent the night at a boy's house.
Social services mandate home repairs due to the cramped living conditions, threatening to remove the children if improvements aren't made. The family struggles to afford the repairs, relying on child benefits. Maksim demands a new laptop with the money, causing a fight about unequal treatment among siblings.
The family evacuates the house due to paint fumes during renovations, splitting up to stay with relatives. Eva's mother refuses to sign the work agreement, but her father does. Eva's boyfriend's father offers her a job for $500 a month, which she accepts, keeping a portion for herself.
Eva's friend, Lera, urges Dania to confess his feelings to Eva. Dania admits his love for Eva, which she reciprocates, and they decide to start dating. They prank Lera with the news.
Eva's mother tries to get free furniture and clothes for her children, complaining about everyone's lack of support. Maksim demands a new bed, arguing he deserves it more than Eva. Eva's grandmother expresses concern over Eva's burden and gives her money, which her mother quickly takes.
Social services inspect the renovated apartment and unexpectedly announce the family will be relocated to a larger house with five rooms. Amidst packing, Eva's mother discovers Eva's relationship with Dania through her phone, leading to an angry confrontation. She tries to forbid their relationship and fire Eva from her job, only to learn about a penalty clause in the contract.
The family moves into their new spacious home. Eva continues her job, prioritizing her independence. Eva decides to stay in her old school, commuting daily. Maksim struggles in the new school, facing a fight. Eva's mother allows him to return to his old school if he promises to behave, and Dania offers to drive him along with Eva.