CH 62: Ambush

"Mam Mr. Kyle is in line," the assistant said as she handed Maria the phone.

"What is it, Maria?" Kyle asked, his voice sharp.

"You're coming back to Nester," Maria said flatly.

Kyle sighed. "I'm busy. Whatever this is, handle it yourself."

Maria clenched her jaw. "Damian is dead. Erik Lang is dead. And the boss is furious. Do you really think you have a choice in this?"

The line went silent for a moment. Then Kyle's voice came back, low and cold. "Fine. But if this is your mess, don't expect me to clean it up."

Maria didn't dignify him with a response. She ended the call and immediately dialed Sasha.

"Sasha, it's me," Maria said, her voice steadier now.

"Maria," Sasha replied, her tone calm but cautious. "What's going on?"

"You're needed in Nester immediately. This isn't optional."

There was a brief pause before Sasha answered, "Understood. I'll be there soon."