CHAPTER 271

VORENUS KNEW THAT something was wrong as soon as he got to the mansion and he didn't see Vladimir anywhere. He knew that Vladimir was already suspicious of him since their last meeting. He had noticed that Vladimir watched his facial expression and every movement. It was then that Vorenus knew he had to trade carefully or risk having his heart ripped out savagely.

"Where is Vladimir?" He asked as Bartholomew came in, wiping his hands with a thick towel.

"Master Vladimir did not tell me where he was going before he left," the butler said. "But I don't think he went very far. He will be back soon."

Vorenus nodded and went to the minibar, where he poured a glass of Scotch and drained it in one gulp. "When did he leave?" Vorenus asked in what he hoped was a calm voice.

Bartholomew shrugged and said, "I do not know, sir. But he did not leave by the front door. I think he went with the shadows."

Vorenus nodded. That had further confirmed his thoughts. Vladimir was not anywhere close. He had