By Chance, By Fate
“So, who’s this dangerous friend of Alec’s?”
Charlotte hesitated, glancing at me over her shoulder, her eyes clouded with uncertainty. “His name’s Viktor. He’s... well, let’s just say he’s not someone you call unless you’re desperate.”
I frowned. “You mean he’s a loan shark.”
She didn’t answer immediately. Her pace slowed slightly, as though she were reconsidering her words. But when she spoke, her voice was tight, forced. “Something like that. He’s more than just a loan shark, though. He’s connected. Dangerous.”