In the days that followed, tension simmered beneath the surface. Roman’s entire network was on high alert.
He called in favors, pulled in investigators, and combed through every detail. But the more they uncovered, the more questions arose. Someone with access to both financial records and inside knowledge of Roman's operations was responsible—someone close enough to know exactly when to strike.
Roman was often locked up in his study, having a meeting with his most trusted men or busy with a phone call. Occasionally, he’d send for me or come to my room looking for me. He’d go over his plans with me and ask for my opinion.
Most times, there wasn’t much I could contribute, but I was still glad to be included. It was like he didn’t think a decision was good enough until he heard what I tho
