Chapter 35

Roman Pestov was trouble. Elena could see that even from a mile away.

He was charming and flirtatious, always saying the right thing to make Elena laugh. And she hated that she was enjoying herself so much, especially when she was here for answers, not to make friends.

But then again, perhaps this was the only way she could get them to lower their guards around her. Perhaps if they took a liking to her, it would be much easier for her to gain their trust. After all, Roman was already on her side, flirting and complimenting her. All she needed to do was play her part and keep him happy.

Easy enough, Elena thought as she took a bite of the delicious food served before her. She glanced over to Roman, who was busy talking to one of the guests, telling them about an incident in Russia. Elena couldn’t help but listen to him as he talked animatedly, all the while exchanging glances with his brother, Danis, who seemed to talking to no one in particular, just nodding and humming whenever his p