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Curiosity killed the cat.I immediately stood up and left the room, hurrying downstairs to find Margaret.I spotted her heading towards the lounge area of the venue, which was less than three meters away from the table where Arnold's men were.I walked quickly and soon reached her; her eyes connected with mine, filled with surprise and fear."Where did you think you were going?" She had the decency to look down."We'll talk about this later.""Later," she huffed, "it's always later, you never tell me anything. It's always the same!""Careful," I warned, because her words could be drawing attention from people around us.I could literally feel eyes darting towards us, and I tensed. Damn it."Margaret, we're leaving now, this instant. You're going to turn around and get your ass to the car. We're being watched, and if you keep causing a scene, this could end badly."Her eyes now held fear as she glanced towards the group."Let's go," I said, and she just nodded.We made our way to the
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Tense MeetingNikolay"Who's going to tell me what the hell is going on here?" I asked, with all the present brothers seated in front of me.I looked at each of the faces present, and none of them met my gaze. I glanced at Will, who wasn't even looking at me either."Not even my vice president?" I asked, staring at him intently.Will's look let me know that we had to talk later."I'll do it," Sergei said, standing up. He looked at me with dark and vacant eyes. "I want Petrov's sentence to be applied to Dimitri.""What's the reason you want such a gruesome death sentence applied, which is only used in case of betrayal? If that's the reason, he'll die today, but brother, if that's not the reason…" I sighed, before looking at Sergei and simply saying, "you know I can't approve the sanction.""He kidnapped my wife and sold her to the fucking trafficking line in Mexico! He sold her like she was a damn thing, she's probably dead or being raped, who knows! Tell me if that doesn't warrant the
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Plans "I have evidence, but not here. I have to go get it. Don't you believe my words?" Sergei replied."I'm the leader of the band; I can't authorize anything without the necessary evidence.""Yet you have no problem killing whoever you want, right?" I felt Will's eyes on me the instant Sergei finished speaking.I had no idea where I found the patience to respond calmly."Whoever I kill has nothing to do with you; I only answer to the elders. Only when it comes to something related to our brotherhood, if you truly want justice, you'll do what's necessary, understood?""As clear as water," he replied, gritting his teeth. "I know exactly what I have to do," he assured and left, slamming the door in the process.I looked at each man present and took a deep breath before speaking."Is anyone else here in agreement with Sergei that our brotherhood needs another leader? If anyone else is, stand up and leave, because Levy won't be leader as long as I'm alive."None of them stood up, which
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Doubts and answers"You're his younger brother, he loves you, and if he knew you were in trouble, I'm sure he'd want to help you," Bodgan responded with absolute certainty."Levy stopped being my brother when he left the gang," I said automatically, that was my instant response to any mention of that bastard; I had perfected it incredibly quickly over the months following his departure.It still hurt to say his name, I didn't think it would ever stop hurting."And he suffered a lot because of it. I'm not telling you what to do, I don't want to get killed, but as a member, I have a voice, and I'll only say this once: Levy loves you, he loves all his younger brothers, each and every one," he emphasized, and I was sure he only didn't say his name so I wouldn't jump across the table to break his neck. "He just wanted a better life away from all this, better opportunities for his family, and you condemned him for it. He was wrong, yes, very wrong, but there are two sides to every story.""A
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Low pressureThis woman had just been forcing my locks a few minutes ago and now she wanted to talk to me as if I were a criminal.Well, according to the law, I was indeed a criminal, but I had never harmed innocent people or children."I didn't mean to say it like that, I mean I want more for him, I don't want him to join the gang just because you were a member and your family too.""I repeat; he won't have to be part of this brotherhood if he doesn't want to.""But weren't your desires to join the gang based on the fact that your brother and friends were part of it?""I didn't know anything else but the gang," I said honestly. "I didn't know anything else back then, I wasn't interested in knowing anything else; I just wanted to be a member of it.""Why?""I never wanted to know anything else, maybe if I had been raised differently and exposed to everything the world had to offer from a young age, I might not have made the same decision, but I'm almost 100% sure that even if things h
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Bad memories “That man is gone, he left, and I'll never let him come back. He's in hell, burning for the things he did, and I'll send every one of those sons of bitches who want to achieve what he couldn't straight to him," he growled. "Let him try; I won't let them get to you again," I looked into her large eyes. "I should have been there when they tried to enter this house; they shouldn't have been able to reach you. I'm sorry, Margaret."“Don't be," she said softly as she watched my hands cover hers, "but I need answers. Who was he? I need to know, I deserve to know."I wanted to spare her as much bitter pill in her condition, but she insisted with her stubbornness.“That man you already know, his name is Fernando García, and he works for a guy named Arnold Kraus.“Why?" She looked dismayed.“Because Mike stole from them and messed up their deliveries too. I took you, so any blow against you falls on me, and since your brother still hasn't sorted his shit out, all the blows come a
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Near and far at the same time“I would never make you separate from a part of yourself, Margaret," I assured her, moving my hand gently across her face, as being like this was calming me down. “What I want from you is very uncertain; I have no idea what I want, to be honest, but I can assure you that what I want most is for us to be parents, both together, and even though our parenting ideas may differ, we'll figure something out, I'm sure," I said, and she closed her eyes with relief.“I know you probably don't want to answer the next question," she murmured, holding my hand, “but Nikolay, I have to ask. I need to know," she stared at me intently. “Who is Margot? What happened to her?”“She's not someone important enough to even mention, Margaret," I told her seriously, so much so that she recoiled from my touch on her cheek. I withdrew it, feeling heaps of sad memories clouding my mind.Damn it, this was bad, I had to get Margaret out of the office and out of my sight right now.“W
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The older brotherThinking about it still gave me chills, especially with the suspicion that this child could be his. I wasn't sure if that mistake would ever change, but I was grateful not to have to see him again and hoped I wouldn't.I just regretted not being there to dance on his grave when he finally got himself killed.The thought made me happy, mostly because I always thought I would die of sadness being married to him and that he would dance on my grave when he finally killed me for betraying him and managed to get everything to go his way, as he always did.If I hadn't left him, by now I would be dead, I couldn't be more sure.I didn't even have to think about Fernando, he meant nothing to me, he was just a dark and bitter memory that appeared from time to time in my mind to torment me.The only one I worried about right now was Mike, despite his screw-ups; I didn't want him to die, I didn't want to lose my only brother, and even though he had done so many stupid things over
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A New LifeMargaretIt had been a year since my brother's death. He was buried in the park where we used to go for walks when everything was fine, long before we discovered where he was getting the money that kept us afloat.Nikolay didn't understand why I still felt affection for my brother, despite everything he had done. I didn't even know myself, but I supposed I was grateful to him for taking care of me when we were alone in the world.However, now I was not alone and would never be again.It had been a very long year, but finally, Nikolay had left behind the mobster life he had led before he met me, although that didn't mean he couldn't afford the luxuries to support his son and me.In fact, our wedding had been postponed at my request. I wanted a peaceful atmosphere and to avoid any misfortune."What's wrong, darling?" Nikolay asked me with a concerned expression."It's nothing... I was just thinking..." I bit my lip, letting out a brief sigh."It's supposed to make you stop t
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Recovering KatrinaMargaret The next morning, I changed my clothes and headed towards Katrina's room. It had been some time since I had set up her crib in the adjoining room, and I felt very strange without my little one nearby. Although thanks to her and John, Nikolay was back by my side, and this time I wasn't going to lose him for anything in the world.I had arranged to meet him in Central Park, but first I needed to feed and bathe Katrina.I entered her room and approached the crib with a smile... a smile that froze on my face when I saw the empty crib. I tried not to lose my mind, but it was very difficult.Then, I remembered the kind conversation I had with Mike, and something didn't add up.I had never wanted to harm anyone, but I knew that if I found the man I once called brother, it would be very difficult for me not to kill him for taking my daughter.I ran to the living room and called Nikolay, who answered on the second ring. I couldn't help but tell him the events hasti
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Perverse PlanMikeI knew I had behaved like a pig with Margaret, but I was truly going crazy without her, and it had always been the two of us... until that damn Nikolay Ivanov got in the way.I had to lie that I was going to distance myself from them to get him off my back, but I also knew people and had my tricks to give his men the slip, and with the help of a favor, I was already on my way to New York.Margaret didn't want to see me, but I needed to confirm that the rumors about her giving birth to a daughter from that damn Russian mutt were true. I needed to see it with my own damn eyes.I glanced at the clock. It was lunchtime, and for sure my Margo was with that guy, living the life I had yearned for all my life.Since the confrontation we had that night in the park, I had avoided crossing paths with him by all means, and I even gave Margaret a choice, but I had to leave far away and now I was back.I couldn't believe what had happened; Margaret had gone through a lot, and the
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A ProposalNikolayI had to travel to Russia following an important lead and sort out some matters.I missed my wife and daughter terribly, so I sent for them when I realized my affairs were going to delay me more than expected.We then spent another week in New York. I made sure to see Margaret every day when I had a free moment, as the rest of the day I was busy running errands and working like crazy to wrap up all my business.I didn't want to condemn my daughter to a bad life, nor Margaret, although I wasn't ready to break this news to her yet.During those days, I didn't encounter Mike again, and that was a relief. The bastard had begged me for mercy, and although I usually didn't give it to anyone, I thought of Margaret and how sad she would be if I ended her only brother, even if he was an asshole.It's not like I cared in the slightest about what he thought, but I had to keep an eye on him from now on, mainly because he loved Margaret, or so he said. Besides, I was sure that i
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Family DinnerI didn't know Nikolay's brothers well, but the last time they all appeared together; it had been fun, crazy, and overwhelming at the same time.One thing all the Ivanov brothers had in common was their love for splurging money and, above all, arguing with each other over any little thing.Although they hadn't had the chance to travel yet, Nikolay's brothers had photos of Kat, and they had sent her beautiful gifts, although I had to return one or two.It seemed that Yarik thought a necklace and earrings of rubies were appropriate for a baby who hadn't even turned two yet.After he got the message, he deigned to copy his sisters' gifts and sent toys and clothes. The only brother who had held baby Kat in his arms was Levy. Nikolay acted as if he didn't care, but he couldn't completely hide the smile on his face.But my daughter hadn't met her grandparents yet, and that terrified me a little.Victoria and Alexey Ivanov, as always, looked like they came out of a magazine, but
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The Baby On The Way"LOOK AT THE DAMN ROAD, NIKOLAY IVANOV!" she screamed with panic, almost deafening me."Is it time already? Are you giving birth?" I felt my heart in my mouth, Margaret seemed to be pushing and I didn't want to receive her under these circumstances. "Damn it, what do I do?!""Just keep driving! Ahhhh!" she screamed and the pained groan sent shivers down my spine.I felt like I was going to lose my damn mind.We raced to the emergency room and they almost had to put me on a gurney, but I didn't want to miss the birth of my daughter, so I had to behave like a true man and get up from there, having one of the most memorable episodes when I heard my baby's cry.My girl, a beautiful baby girl whom I could smother with kisses, starting with those chubby cheeks."You're strong and brave, baby," I kissed her sweaty forehead and she smiled at me. "I'm so proud of you.""Thank you for being with me and for staying for the delivery," she smiled half-heartedly, looking quite t
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LeakageDays later"Sir, I have to inform you about a Code Orange."Damn."What's going on, Tyrell?" A shiver ran down my spine."Sir, I've been called by the police, where Mike was detained, reporting that he escaped and they haven't found him yet."The hair on the back of my neck stood up."Tyrell, how is that possible?" I pounded the table in frustration. "Call Abel and sort this out now."My mind raced; I couldn't believe it. He was sick. Would he come here?Margaret.I looked at Tyrell with wide eyes, and he nodded with concern. He knew what I was thinking."Have Luca be Margaret's bodyguard. I don't want her going anywhere alone, understood?" Tyrell nodded. "Alright, I want Luca with her. I don't know how I'll do it, but I'll try to convince him," I sighed and rubbed my temples.This would be a problem, I knew it. This was a sign that someone like me didn't deserve to be happy; eventually, the darkness of my past would catch up with me, preventing me from being happy."Yes, sir.
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HitsNikolayAfter leaving Margaret with my sister and Kate, I couldn't help but feel uneasy, like a strange premonition in my stomach.I was sure it wasn't paranoia; it was a feeling I had often when danger was looming, and I hoped none of our enemies would dare to ruin my wife's vacation, because they would have to deal with me.I was capable of pulling out someone's teeth one by one if they interfered.I tried to relax and called Will; he could surely cover for me for a few days while I stayed close to Margaret, just in case.I left the hotel where I was staying, wanting to clear my mind and wondering if it was Jennifer or that idiot Mike lurking around to continue messing with our lives.I strolled leisurely, contemplating the scenery, but something interrupted my peaceful walk. Someone managed to block me and threw me to the ground roughly.Seeing that it was Mike, I counted to ten. I had to avoid hurting him by all means, or Margaret would be angry. We hadn't talked about what w
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JealousMy brother smiled."Don't worry, if they're leaving, we'll go after them," he said sympathetically.I raised an eyebrow."Seriously? I thought you didn't repeat," I joked. "And now you want to go after a girl? What happened to 'if I've seen you once, I don't remember you'?""I like her like no other, but you know what women want from us," he chuckled.Being in our position was sometimes a curse. You never knew when or who might stab you in the back. Women's eyes lit up when they knew you had money."I want to take it slow with her, get to know her, see how things go," he nodded. He was right to take it slow if he wasn't sure."If she's still around tomorrow, we can meet up for dinner or drinks around 4," he patted my shoulder. "I haven't seen you in quite some time," he reminded me.My brother and I got along very well, but we had both been immersed in work, unable to find anything else that motivated us more. Now I had found it: my precious goddess, and I had seen her displea
