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He stepped back out and pulled the door shut. Everything about their behavior this morning was different. I wondered if they had found out on their own somehow. Shaking my head, I pushed the idea out.

Looking back at Iosif, I couldn’t help but feel the smile forming on my lips. “You appear happier than normal,” Iosif noted. “Can I assume our troubles have been dealt with?”

“Oh, no, sorry,” I replied, shaking my head. “I am happy, but not because of that.”

Iosif’s face looked like it was about to explode as it turned red. “Then what?” he huffed.

I swallowed hard before continuing. “Actually, I came to tell you that Grace and I are expecting.”

He sat staring at me. The color returned to his face. I could see he was thinking hard, consuming my words. Before he ever responded, the door flew open. It collided with the wall, filling the air with a loud cracking sound.

Turning slightly, I saw that Timofey was also there. Avgust stormed towards me, stopping practically on top of me.

“What the hell is this?” Avgust demanded. “Grace has a job to do, and no matter what happened between the two of you, she has to do her part!”

Rising to my feet, I felt my anger bubbling. “Avgust,” I said, trying to keep my tone calm. “Please, no one said she’s not going to still do her part.”

Avgust was trembling with rage. I had to fight hard not to hit him. He has been trying my every nerve these last couple of weeks. I could feel drops of spit landing on my face as he spoke. “How the fuck is she going to do what is needed if she’s knocked up? Will you allow her close to danger with your brat inside her?”

I felt my head about to explode as my anger surged. “Of course, I am going to protect them!” I spat back. “But she will do her part. I told you I would ensure it happens. Is my word no longer enough?”

Stepping up to me, Avgust took hold of my shirt, pulling me to him as he raged on. “What’s stopping her from ratting us out afterward? Or disappearing? She knows too much!”

No longer able to control my emotions, I swung at him. As my fist collided with his stomach, he huffed and let go of my shirt. He raised his fist as I started hollering at him, “She’s not leaving me! We are a couple, you piece of…”

Before I could continue, Iosif cleared his throat as he rose from his desk. “Enough now,” he thundered. His tone was calm but authoritative, making people pay attention. Walking around the table, he headed to the front door of his office.

He stopped at the door, turning to face me as he continued. “I think it is fine to keep her. I’m sure she’ll make a good addition to the team.”

Avgust slammed his fist against the wall. He was about to continue our argument. But then Iosif raised his hand and spoke sternly. “Enough, brother. Let’s see where it goes. Everyone deserves some happiness in life.” He turned to me, extending his hand.

“Thank you, Iosif,” I breathed out as I shook his hand.

I knew Iosif was more level-headed than Avgust. But something in his grin unsettled me. My stomach turned, and for a moment, I thought I might be sick. “No problem, you take care. We can talk more about it at a later date,” he said.

“Yes, thank you. Have a good day,” I replied, turning to Timofey as he opened the door. Walking across the driveway, I could feel them staring at me. Getting into my truck, I started her immediately. Taking a couple of deep breaths, I waved as I drove off.

This didn’t go as I had hoped. I had a bad feeling about it. But it was done. We would take things as they came our way. I checked in at two of our warehouses, making sure things were running smoothly. The house was dark by the time I pulled up. I hoped Grace and Pavel would be asleep. I didn’t want any more confrontations.

Opening the front door slowly, I listened. All was quiet. I sneaked up the stairs and into the room. Grace was sleeping peacefully. Entering the bathroom, I quickly undressed and gently got into bed next to her. I lay awhile mulling over everything before I finally fell asleep.

Chapter 24 - Grace

Pavel pulled into the parking garage and found a spot close to the elevators. Switching off the engine, he looked at me as he spoke. “I think this is central. We can walk to your appointments. Exercise is good for you. Plus, I need to stretch my legs a bit.”

Smiling, I nodded and got out. We walked to the elevator and took it up to the street.

Glancing at Pavel as we stepped out, I felt grateful for his friendship. “I truly appreciate that you came with me,” I said. We have come a long way from our initial rocky meeting.

Pavel shot me a light smile as he replied. “No issues, I like spending time with you. You’re my family, and that’s what we do.”

Smiling at him, I nodded in agreement. I loved the fact that he was so open and honest. He was easy to talk to and always listened. “Thank you,” I said softly. “Those words mean a lot to me.”

Pavel chuckled, bumping me lightly as we walked. We arrived at my first interview. Looking up at the corporate building, I felt a hollowness deep down in the pit of my stomach. “You nervous?” Pavel asked.

Taking a deep breath, I replied slowly as I exhaled. “Just a little. Look how large this building is.”

“You’re going to be great. Stop stressing and go get them,” he said.

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