Chapter 38

The video call rang a few times before someone picked up. On the screen appeared a man with a refined, scholarly air, around fifty years old.

"Vivica?" His voice was warm, tinged with pleasant surprise. "What brings you to call me today? How are you?"

The easy, familiar tone made everyone at the table freeze. They all started wondering who was on the other end of the line.

Vivica said, nodding at