*Sebastian* The air inside the cabin is thick with anticipation as I pace back and forth, glancing at the clock on the wall for what feels like the hundredth time. Holly leans against the counter, arms crossed, her brow furrowed in concern, while Tommy is hunched over his laptop, fingers dancing across the keys in a rhythm that speaks of his anxiety. Karolina sits on the edge of the couch, her expression marred by worry. We all know what’s at stake. “Where is he?” Holly finally breaks the silence, her voice laced with impatience. “He’s been gone too long.” “He’ll be back,” I assure her, though I can feel the unease creeping into my own thoughts. Ryan is no doubt the best shot at uncovering Romanov’s plans, but the man he’s dealing with is a formidable force. The thought of him facing Ro

