DON ADRIK'S POV
This last week, I had been kind of tense. Anticipating her answer kept me on edge. Although I was half sure she wouldn't refuse but I didn't want to be so confident. She was hard to predict.
I had made sure to stay out of her way. I wanted her but I didn't want to put pressure on her. I took care of shipments and other issues with Faddei and Aleks.
Faddei has gotten over his initial shock and anger, although I doubt he has gotten over his feelings.
Aleks on the other hand confused me. He said he didn't want Maia but the way he looked at her and stayed close to her was a reason for concern.
I decided to ask Maks to send for Maia. I had given her a week and I needed her answer. Of course if she said no, I would let her be.
While anticipating her answer, working had been
