Chapter 26: Rigged

NIKOLAI’S POV 

I arrived early the next day at the boxing gym and found both Viktor and Igor by the ring. Viktor rushed over and embraced me. “Thank God you are back, Coach.” 

“How have you been faring, little one?” I patted his head gently, and he blushed profusely. Igor snickered and walked away. 

“I missed you, Coach. So much,” Viktor leaned in to whisper. 

“I missed you too,” I laughed and pulled him into an embrace. 

We stepped aside when we heard someone clear their throat. I scented Timur's presence and turned around.

Timur said, “Coach, how are you?” 

“I am well, Timur,” I stated and then turned to Viktor. “Change your clothes and get in the ring. I will join shortly. I need to catch up with Timur for just a few minutes.”

“Okay, Coach,” Viktor nodded and walked to the changing rooms. 

Once he was gone, Timur spoke up. “My Lord.”

“Cut the crap, Timur,” I chuckled as we walked to his office.