I forgot that it was early in the morning. And while Viktor needs the sleep after months of being deprived, there isn’t time for it. “We were attacked tonight.” There’s silence on the other end, followed by a fumbling noise. Something knocks on his end as he says in a sobered-up voice, “I’ll be there in a few.” “No.” “What the f**k do you mean by no? I told you it was a stupid idea to be on your own without any protection.” “Is this the moment where you say I told you so?” “I’m not in the mood for joking. I should’ve stayed.” I hear the rustle of clothes and the sound of a belt. “Stop changing. You’re not coming, and if you do, I’m going to lock you the hell up with Maksim and Anton. You hated the atmosphere there the other time, so maybe you’ll change your mind if you spend a few m

