Belov flinches. And it’s all I need to see to know it’s true. “I think that’s nature’s way of telling you that your bloodline needs to end, Belov,” I growl. “Right now, your bloodline is in my possession,” Belov snarls, finally dropping his nauseating smile.“I’d be careful if I were you, Solovev.” “You already stole Semyon’s Bratva. Now you want to steal his grandchildren, as well?” I ask. “Andhow do you plan to make more heirs? Pimping out your wife because you can’t get her pregnantdoesn’t exactly speak to strength.” Belov is shaking. Apparently, I’ve touched a nerve. He’s revealed a vulnerability, showing me hisnaked neck. And I’m trained to rip out his throat. Perhaps he’s not so lucky after all. “The Mikhailov Bratva must go on,” he says haughtily

