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371 Trusting Viktor (Winona)

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The car ride is quiet at first, the gentle hum of the engine almost soothing as I gather my thoughts. Viktor glances at me briefly in the mirror. I need to explain where I'm going and why.

"Thank you," I say, breaking the silence. "For everything you do for Jayden, and for us."

He nods, keeping his eyes on the road. "It's my job, Winona. Gus knew you'd need someone you can trust."

"Because of Judy?" I venture.

"That and also what he was involved in. Some people have long memories."

There's a calm steadiness to him that rubs off on me.

"Can I ask you something, Viktor?"

He nods, waiting.

"Do you trust everyone on Gus's staff? I mean, really trust them?"

with a purpose. But," he hesitates, choosing his words carefully, "even the

for Gus.

are you so

back his dignity. That is

as close to an answer as

beyond your scope of work? Are you able to keep my confidence, or are you loyal to Jayden only?" Viktor doesn't blink, just nods. "I can do this for you. Gus asked me to care for the family, not just Jayden. You need someone to trust.

Jayden if the need arises." He glances at me,

you're on the edge of too many

bbq. She told me I was pregnant. Do you think she's genuine? I mean is she usually

know she is well respected for her integrity around the

Viktor. I have issues, health

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371 Trusting Viktor

"Doctors can be wrong."

is going to kill me to find out I'm not. But, if I was, that might kill what I have with

loves

had well... let's just say, I explored a little. Jayden knew, we talked about it. I was probably being selfish but

human.

knows them, and if I'm pregnant... I mean only ever had unprotected sex with Jayden. But precautions can

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