And then, finally, with the acknowledgement I came for: he cannot win this battle. His jaw clenches. “f**k! Fine.” With a satisfied smile, I drop the gun. My men follow suit. “You made the right choice, Agent Lawrence.” “Don’t say my f*****g name,” he mutters. “Just let us go.” “In a minute,” I say. “Before I leave, I’m going to need some insurance.” Rob narrows his eyes. “What the f**k do you want? A note attesting that I’ll back off you? Not sure an illegal deal made under duress will hold up in court.” “Court?” I laugh. “I handle my business myself, thanks. And I wasn’t asking you for anything. When I want something, I take it.” I release Olivia and step back. She sags with visible relief. But as she is about to find out, this is far from over. “Pyotr,” I order. “Take her.” “N

