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CHAPTER 32

MIKHAIL

“Tell me more about what you hope to gain from this party.” I’m not in the mood to be social.

But Enzo seems to have half of New York City flying in for his little get together.

“We need to flush out the mole. I’ve invited Drago, Ben and Sven, and told them all to invite anyone they’d like. Alexei is going to reach out to Tatiana through his network, and offer her the opportunity to get the rest of what’s on the drive that Mila took.” Enzo runs his fingers through his hair.

If I didn’t know him better, I’d almost say he looks nervous.

But he’s the most calm and collected of any of us, so that can’t be it.

“Do you think Ivan will show?” I wouldn’t think that he’d have the balls.

Enzo weaves his fingers together and leans over his desk, ignoring the wall of monitors behind him. “I suppose it depends on the leak. If he knows that Zoya and Anastasia are both here, he might. It’s a hell of a big bait.”

My chest aches at the thought of putting Ana in danger.

“Maybe she shouldn’t go?”

Enzo blinks at me, then pulls back with a frown. “I need to know how Tatiana fits into all of this. You know how close Zoya is to…to…” His voice trails off as his jaw clenches. Sitting back, he draws in a long breath, steadying himself. “My hope is to find out more. There’s a path with Tatiana, that USB drive she had Mila recover had a lot on there I have questions about.”

“I know, and I hope you find answers someday. But I don’t know if Zoya is the right path to follow.” I am getting increasingly frustrated with her.

That’s a battle for another time.

“Anyways. Frankie, Zara, and his entourage will be here tomorrow. He’s promising extra manpower for a potential showdown with Ivan.” He leans back to tap on his keyboard. “Sounds like he might be bringing Keller, Grayson and Luca.”

“I imagine Jax is excited to see his old crew again. When was the last time they were out here? For his wedding?”

Enzo nods. “It’ll be fun to have everyone together again. I get tired of the commute sometimes when my clubs here are keeping me so tied up.”

I glance over the flickering screens behind him, each showing a view from a different room. “I guess it’s a good thing?”

He grins. “Oh yes. I’m planning an after party here over the weekend, if you’d care to book a suite with your wife. Want company?” He raises an eyebrow.

I have no idea if he’s suggesting another woman or himself.

“She’s already more than I can handle. But that does sound fun.” The thought of having Ana tied up and at my complete mercy makes my cock grow.

“I’ll make sure you’re set. Let Romeo know if you need anything.” He types quickly, then pulls out his phone.

He flips the screen around to show me who’s calling.

Zoya.

She’s going to drive us all crazy.

“On one hand,” Enzo says as he denies the call. “It is nice having her closer to ask questions. On the other, I liked her better when she was actually in fear for her life.” His lips thin while he slides his cell back into his pocket.

“We need to get Ivan taken care of. Then, she doesn’t have any more reason to hide. Maybe she can come work for you?” I tease him and stand.

Enzo shakes his head, his slicked back dark hair doesn’t waver with the movement. “She’s too expensive for my tastes.”