Innocently Imprisoned by the Bratva: Age Gap Mafia Romance (Zolotov Bratva Book 6) by Isla Brooks

Author:Isla Brooks [Brooks, Isla]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2024-07-25T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter 15 - Lev

I sit at the head of the polished mahogany table, trying to focus on Anoushka and Pippa's presentation. My sister's enthusiasm is contagious as she pitches Pippa and her latest project for our social responsibility wing. Pippa, on the other hand, doesn’t seem like herself. For the past two days, she’s been avoiding me around the house. She’s been holed up in her room, always sleeping, or studying. I’ve eaten my meals alone and thought nothing of it. Maybe her school work has taken a toll.

But even around the office, she’s been listless.

"Imagine the impact we could make in underprivileged communities," Anoushka says, gesturing at the graphs projected on the screen behind her.

There’s a silence, and Anoushka clears her throat. “Pippa?” she says gently.

Pippa looks at Anoushka, surprised as though she’d forgotten where she was. “What? Sorry,” she mumbles. She steps forward, her dark, wavy hair framing her beautiful face. But, she doesn’t look at me. Instead, she faces the screen. "By investing in education, healthcare, and infrastructure, we can create a lasting positive change."

Her voice, so soft, sends shivers down my spine, and I struggle to keep my mind from wandering. Why isn’t she looking at me? After this meeting, I must speak with her.

Just as Anoushka starts detailing the budget allocation, Boris's previous secretary, Natalia, saunters into the room. She's dressed provocatively, wearing a tight black skirt and a stark white blouse unbuttoned just enough to tease. I grit my teeth, irritated by her interruption.

"Excuse me, Lev," she purrs, leaning over the table to offer me a file folder I had requested from a subordinate of hers. She touches my hand and gives it a squeeze as I take it. She has no reason to drop in. Her cleavage is on full display, and she makes no secret of her intentions.

"Please, go on," I say, trying to maintain my composure. I take the folder without looking at its contents, knowing it's just a ploy to get my attention. Natalia could have very well handed it to me after the meeting.

"Right, so…" Pippa hesitates, clearly uncomfortable with the situation. She clears her throat and continues, "We've identified several key areas where our investments would have the most significant impact." Her voice trails off, and she shuffles through her papers, almost like she’s forgotten there should be more.

"Such as?" I ask, gently urging her to refocus.

"Primary school education, for one," Pippa says slowly. "By partnering with local schools and providing resources and training, we can improve the quality of education for thousands of children. Studies show that the quality of primary school education can make or break a child’s future, so we think it’s wiser to strength the basics."

"Excellent point," I say, nodding. "And what about healthcare?"

Just then, Natalia walks over and begins to pour me some water. I ignore her as she lingers her hand over my shoulder and bends down to whisper in my ear. “I thought you might be thirsty.”

I see a flash of rage cross Anoushka’s face while Pippa looks pale.

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