Anastasia:I stared at my open bags as I packed the things that I would be taking with me. It has been a week since both Elijah and I started working together and need I say that things were going well considering the fact that we were both on a constant bicker before that.Knowing that it’s a mafia gathering; I wasn’t sure what it was I was going to wear there. Therefore, I chose to bring three dresses with me along with different heels as to match whatever dress I would choose. My curler and makeup kit were also in the bag. I wasn’t one to want to go with straight hair if I could help it, and judging by the fact that my hair was naturally curly; I preferred it that way.Thankfully, mum was already safe and at the safe house alongside the two nurses. She didn’t know about me going to Vegas in specific; however, she knew that I wouldn’t be in the city for the next week. She didn’t even know that I had my badge taken away, and

Anastasia:We got off the plane and got inside the car that was waiting for us by the stairs. The drivers stood by the doors, waiting for us to get down before they opened the doors and closing them once we were inside the car. The charisma that radiated from each of the men told me how much power they all had, and I couldn’t help but wonder how they all started being who they were to begin with. I mean, they weren’t just born like this, right?I looked out the window as the driver drove. It wasn’t Timur this time. The man was back at Los Angeles despite the many men who came with us. This being the first time I’ve been to Vegas, I was curious about what it would be like.It was my dream as a teenager to go there, but mum being as protective as she was, didn’t let me go. Hell, if she found out that I was here, at the age of twenty-five, she would flip. It was one of those ‘forbidden areas’ in her eyes, and judging by the vision I gave her about the parties, poker bars, and hooker bars

Anastasia:“If it isn’t the drunken beauty” Yaroslav said the second he took sight of me. My heart raced as I fought not to blush, remembering the fact that I was practically drooling over him as I ran my finger over his chest. The man who was behind this was going to pay if I ever recognized him, and Elijah punching him would seem like a blessing to him instead of a punishment “I trust you gave Elijah one hell of a tough night”“She was on Aphrodisiac. I can’t blame her for the way she was acting, and unfortunately, I wasn’t raised to take advantage of a drunk, drugged woman” Elijah teased from beside me. He wrapped his arm around my shoulder making me roll my eyes before pulling away from his arms. He smirked and winked at me, enjoying how annoyed I was. Just the fact that I was on a drug was annoying to me, and knowing that it was one that had me acting like a complete horny bitch, actually turning me on, annoyed me more than I could let out. Both men didn’t understand how annoying

Anastasia:“You never told me whether or not you found anything on your search” Elijah said as he drove us to the gathering. I was quiet throughout most of the ride, simply enjoying the night’s air and peace as well as the soft music that played in the background.“That is because I was yet to find anything to begin with. Blake has either detected my access or has unlinked our computers with one another. Either way, I need to find a way to hack through his system, and for now; I didn’t have much time in my hands to be able to do so” I said looking at him. I was surprised that he didn’t let one of his driver drive, but it seemed like he didn’t even let Yaroslav join us. The man was in his own car and the two of us were alone in Elijah’s car.“Can I ask why you’re being as nice as you are? I wasn’t the nicest person to you…”“You got the wrong impression on who I am. Plus, I believe that you already know that I don’t hurt women, and judging by the fact that you are a woman; I wouldn’t g

Anastasia:I sat beside Elijah as soft music played in the background.The two of us went out of the hall to the veranda because he wanted to smoke, and have been sitting there since.“Thank you for today” I said suddenly. Elijah turned to look at me, waiting for me to explain what it was I was going about. A glass of whiskey was in his hand and I smiled taking it from him, taking a sip. He smirked and took the glass from me, setting it on the table beside him.“It may not have Aphrodisiac, but I don’t trust you with alcohol anymore” he teased “and what are you thanking me for?”“Your patience, what you did, putting in a word, introducing me to the men you call your partners, speaking to them ahead of time” I said turning to face him as to look him in the eye. His eyes were fixed on my own for a second too long before he nodded.“I didn’t do anything. However, I am surprised to see that you’re showing gratitude” he said smiling.“Believe me, you’ve done me a huge favor. I know that th