Since Lana's death, Ivan's house had been changing—slowly, yet undeniably.
First, there were no longer any bold, challenging stares directed openly at Yuki. No whispers spoken too close to her ear, no deliberate laughter meant to mock her as she passed by. The remaining members of Ivan's organization moved more carefully now. Even though Yuki had never displayed her strength openly, everyone in the house understood one thing clearly: Yuki was not someone they could touch without consequences.
Second, after Igor and Alisa left, Sasha and Alexei were assigned by Ivan to attend to Yuki whenever she needed anything. They were ordered by him to follow her everywhere—acting as both servants and bodyguards.
