Chapter 166 One-hundred & Sixty-six

• Mikhail
• We turn off the Thruway and begin our approach to Sorokin's estate. The castle comes into view before we pass through the iron gates. After Gunsyn's ill-fated attack, trespassing is not tolerated. At the gatehouse, we are made to step out of the SUV and are patted down thoroughly. The SUV is then left at the gate, while a different car takes us deeper inside.
• We're shown in without much fanfare and taken immediately to the dining room, and as we walk, I look around for Maria. My gaze shifts to the top of the stairs, hoping to see her. Even a glimpse. But if I see Maria, I risk doing something stupid and rash. I have to be cautious. So, I shove my anger down my throat, swallow it, and force it to stay in my gut. She's carrying my baby, and I will repeat those words to myself whenever my anger threatens to appear.