Chapter 685

• Tatiana saw Evelyn and Liliya standing in the entrance of the living room. They'd likely seen and heard it all. She pushed herself to her feet and moved unsteadily to her knife. She slipped it away and walked back to the door. Each step brought more control to her muscles. Quietly, she stepped outside and walked back to their home.
• Liliya moved to stand before Ben. She looked to the Sergeant. "May I speak privately with Ben?" she asked calmly. Ben nodded to the question in Evelyn's eyes, so she moved downstairs.
• Liliya looked up into Ben's troubled eyes. "I am not a psychologist, but I know Tatiana is not coping well with this new life. I believe the Colonel broke something in her that makes it difficult for her to understand kindness and generosity. She only seems to respond to violence and strength. She is confused by her reactions to you. I think you would be at risk if you used a gentle touch with her."