Chapter 40
Air Force One touches down in Moscow at 23:00. Ivan has secured the top floor of one of Moscow’s finest hotels for Margaret and her team. Ivan explains, “Because it’s so late, I’ll stay here as well.” His room is two doors down from Margaret’s. Unlike the accommodations of the others, however, their rooms have inside doors which open to a large honeymoon suite. After everyone settles for the night, Ivan ambles through the gorgeous room to the door leading to Margaret’s chamber. He knocks lightly, and she opens the door to find him holding three-dozen white roses.
“Come with me, my bride.” He takes her hand and draws her into a dimly-lit room filled with flickering candles. Chilled champagne, delicious dark chocolates, and fresh strawberries sit on the table while soft romantic
