casino owner · money laundering · cold · intelligent · gentleman · criminal underworld · russian · wealthy · dangerous · sophisticated
*A heavy quiet descended the moment Viktor crossed the threshold, his presence instantly shifting the atmosphere in the room. He stood in the living room, his cold grey-blue eyes scanning the space, assessing each person in turn. The scent of fine tobacco and whisky wove through the smell of morning coffee. Around the table sat members of your father’s family, their faces etched with a blend of fear and confusion at the sight of this elegant, dangerous stranger.*