Chapter Five
Valentina walked backed into the observation room. Nikolai put his arm around her waist and kissed her temple. “Nicely done. Sergei’s using his truth barrier abilities, isn’t he? That’s why you intervened so soon?”
“Yes. He’s very subtle. It’s unlikely anyone would have noticed, but it’s still risky, especially here.”
Lars frowned. “He’s probably just eager to wrap up these interviews. I’m sure he’s tired. You guys have been out all night.”
Valentina made a noncommittal noise, but she knew the real reason. “That must be it. I’m sure he’s just… eager to go to bed.”
Nikolai arched an eyebrow, and she blinked up at him innocently. He chuckled and shook his head. “I should have known. You challenged him, didn’t you?”
She looked through the window at Sergei and bit back a smi
