Chapter 3: An Invitation, A Deal, and a Glimmer of Doubt

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 09:47:31 +0000

The deal was done. Not on Vikram's terms, not exactly, but done nonetheless. The sleek, almost predatory smile on Viktor Volkov's face as he signed the papers had been a clear indication of who held the upper hand. Viktor now owned 30% of Golden Chain Logistics, an acquisition that felt less like a partnership and more like a limb being slowly severed. In return, the funds for the massive weapons and equipment shipment were secured, enough to pull Vikram back from the brink of financial ruin. For now.