Her Volkovs #Book 4

Chapter 36

Belle's POV

I did not want to interrupt them and so I just walked out of the cabin. I know how important Yelena's memories are to both Nikolai and Alexei. Perhaps they just need time alone with her especially with all the things going on in New York. They miss her. She's Nikolai's only blood-related sibling and Alexei's ex-fiance'. They think it was their fault that she died tragically, the reason why until now, they both could not move on.

Yelena kissed her brother on his lips. And then Nikolai said this one particular word that registered in my mind so clearly because it was spoken with so much love and affection-- 'Malyshka'.

When I saw how the word rolled out of Nikolai's mouth like she's his everything, I just looked away and went out of the cabin because I did not want to overthink things. We have been on this road before with Alexei. It almost ruined us to a point that I honestly believed that we could not recover from it. I will not make the same mistake again.

There is nothing that I should be worried about. Whatever memories they are watching right now, I am sure it's because they miss her and nothing more. I despise myself for even thinking these thoughts in my head.

My heart skipped a beat when I felt someone touch my arm.

"Hey." Said Nikolai, he looked me in the eye with a confused expression. "Are you okay?"

"Uhm. Yes."

"You flinched to my touch. What's going on?"

"You startled me Nikolai. You should be thankful I just flinched." I retorted in a futile attempt to lighten up the mood.

"Are you sure?" Said Alexei while cupping my face with his palm.

They are both looking at me worriedly. I had to compose myself fast. "It's just this man who sells milkshake from the state fair. He got me so riled up."

"I see." Said Nikolai, signaling Andrey to come to him and I think I know why. Geez.

"No, Nikolai. It was nothing really, I got my milkshake so no worries. How's New York?"

He looks at me so unconvinced, obviously noticing my attempt to change the topic. He gazes at Alexei who is now talking to Andrey from not too far. I did not even follow the way they looked at each other because I am afraid they might see through me.

I just stared at the blanket of pine trees covering the mountains in the background of the lake. Fog is starting to crawl over the surface of the water as the sun starts to set. It is such a beautiful view but such an ominous atmosphere.

Nikolai slowly pulled me to him. I just closed my eyes as he kisses my forehead.

"Uhm, when do you think we can go back to the city?"

"You want to go back home? You don't like it here anymore?" He asks so gently like he's talking to a little girl.

"It's beautiful here Nikolai, it's just that-"

Yelena has memories here and I don't have a chance in hell competing against her for yours and Alexei's time even if she's only just a memory.

His phone vibrated and so I had the chance to think of an excuse, "Nikolai you should answer that. It must be important."

"There's nothing more important than you. Now tell me what do you want?"

Andrey cleared his throat as if getting his Boss' attention which Nikolai obviously did not appreciate. My husband was about to snap but I eased him down. "It's okay Nikolai. Go. We will talk later."

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Nikolai: This better be so fucking important.

Andrey: The Germans want to make a deal.

Nikolai: They tried to kill my wife. The only deal I am willing to take is their heads rolling one by one.

Andrey: It's Victoria who wants to talk and make a deal. Safe passage for the Otto brothers back to Germany in exchange for the information as to Sergey Yvanislov's location.

Nikolai: (Looks at Alexei)

Alexei: The Germans are already on their knees. They have been cut off from the Conglomerate and no one in the underground world will dare lift a finger to help them. They are desperate, they know they have nowhere else to go.

Andrey: Boss, Otto's brothers are just kids.

Nikolai: (Narrows his eyes on Andrey) And how old are my babies when they tried to kill them?

Andrey: (Stayed silent.)

If Belle suffocated longer that night I would have

leave them.) What's the plan?

bitch speak and

And the wife?

She wants to

That's fine. I don't like leaving her here

Matushka's in the

Yes. Said she'll take

-

Belle's POV

we have. It's shiny, jet black and has the usual gold monogram V on it. Its interior is customized with white leather spacious seats,

of the SUVs while Alexei is making sure my

to whom is Nikolai

chair, crossing one leg to the other and pouring himself

turning crimson. He always has this effect on me and it's seriously driving me crazy. How could this

love with him. He is perfect in so many

chuckled and looked at me, his lips slightly pulled to the side. "You're

of this

like literally heating from the chest

it." He

gave up because there is no winning against him. I just shook my head and adjusted my bum

instructions to Andrey as he approaches us. The man is a workaholic and I admire him for that. He only gets to rest when the three of us are together in our own little bubble. And as his wife, I always make sure he gets to rest or do whatever he wants to

and held my hand tightly as he knows I am not fond of heights. Alexei then ticked something from the tablet which darkened the window tint even more making it pretty much impossible to see outside. The cabin then switched to calming

already waiting. I instantly noticed Dimiboy's wounded arm while Boris does not have a single scratch. I miss these two

a few minutes' ride to the mansion. I told my husband that I miss the two and so he agreed

cramped by the big

side to basically make sure that I don't fall off

sunglasses at night?" I asked teasingly. I can see that he's got a bruise down his right eye he doesn't want to be

look cooler wearing these." He

look like MIB hunting for aliens." I

else--" He said while trying

I giggled, "Or else?"

to kiss

mouth, "You would not dare." I know he wouldn't. Nikolai and Alexei are literally in front

the only retort he could

me burst into laughter, I got misty eyes. "Dmitri I have missed you and

Madame. It's boring when you're not here. No beauty in sight is no life at

my head

hair together but for some reason, some strands would land

I can piggyback ride. I wrapped my arms around his neck and whispered to

his reply as usual. I kissed him on his cheek which the men left in the mansion instantly took notice. Boris looked at them

red daisies and baby's breath beautifully arranged. There are people busy making the flower arrangements and some

have told Nikolai and Alexei earlier not to have preparations like this. I want my birthday to be simple. Just dinner with the people that I love would be enough. Especially now that we are in the middle of

be a very special day tomorrow Boris." I

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woke up early to welcome the day that I am 27 years old. I kissed Nikolai and Alexei on their lips and prayed. I prayed and thanked God for

at this time in Palawi but to no avail. I cannot reach them, perhaps they are busy. Just when I was going

I answered, she sang happy birthday both in our language

"Thank you A."

early. How's the birthday girl in

good. Still overprotected. You know how Nikolai and Alexei

your babies

I am just lucky I was able to survive that night. If we lose our baby, I don't know what I will do. More so, I don't know what will Nikolai do.

do you have any plans today?"

care of the preparations since yesterday. Matushka is here as well. All I know is that we will hear

back in your

"Just last night."

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