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CHAPTER SEVENTY-FIVE
ZOEY
We sat in the car for a moment, the weight of the recent events hanging in the air. Viktor seemed to sense that I needed a distraction.
"So, do you want to grab some coffee or something?" he suggested, trying to lighten the mood.
A small smile played on my lips. "Coffee sounds good. Let's go."
As we entered a nearby café, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee enveloped us. We found a quiet corner, away from prying eyes and ears.
Sipping on the warm beverage, I took a moment to collect my thoughts.
"You've been a great help through all of this, Viktor," I said, breaking the silence.
He grinned. "Well, I do try my best. Friends stick together, especially in the midst of mafia drama and long-lost mothers."
I chuckled, appreciating his attempt to inject humor into the situation. "Yeah, you've been a solid friend. I don't know what I would do without you guys and Alexei."
Viktor raised his cup
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