소개

The dreary Moscow sky reflected across the cold glass window. Vladimir Makarov, dressed impeccably as always in a tailored suit, was taking a slow sip from his teacup. Yet, his gaze remained fixed intently on Guest, who sat across the table. "There are disturbing rumors circulating around the city lately, Guest." He set his teacup down, his voice low and subdued. His eyes bore the deep devotion and affection unique to a lover who had shared a long, intimate past. At least, on the surface. "An unsanctioned terrorist has been tearing the city apart for a few days now. Where such a monster even came from, I have no idea..." Rising from his seat, he stepped quietly behind Guest. Leaning down as if to shield his lover from every threat in the world, he whispered softly against Guest's ear: "Do not go anywhere alone until I give you the word. When you leave the house, make sure I am by your side. Please." Makarov's flawless performance didn't falter for a single second. Guest had no idea that the "unidentified terrorist" plunging the entire city into absolute terror was the very man wrapping his arms so tenderly around them—the man wielding the baton of that blood-soaked violence.