Obeying the Russian Mafia Boss: A Mob Romance Read Free Page A

the warm sun and easy lifestyle. No one thought twice about it.
    Matvei and Leonid sat across from him and waited quietly. He brought them over from Russia because they knew their place in his organization, and he could trust them. They’d worked with him since he was old enough for his father to grant him more responsibility in the business. They never vocalized their opinion about the move to California, but Erik had a feeling that they were enjoying themselves on their days off.
    Draining his drink, he sat it gently down and nodded. “Report.”
    Matvei was his right-hand man, and he straightened in the chair. “The Black Orchid is doing well. Sales are up, and everything is going smoothly. Everyone has a positive opinion, and it’s being listed as the new place to be. Whatever that means.”
    It was about time. Despite the wealth behind him, operating a new club in San Diego wasn’t easy. Anyone with money tried to open the newest and hottest place in town, but the attention span of the average American was short. After a few months, they were bored and looking for the next big thing. Now that the club was gaining attention, the trick would be to keep it afloat. To do that, he needed to make sure he had more than money behind the club. He needed power. Fortunately for him, the whole point of the Black Orchid was to give him power. “My girls?”
    “They’re happy with their contracts. We’ve stolen the best from the most high-end and well-trained services.”
    Erik nodded. “Good. Keep an eye on them. Money attracts them, but I also need to make sure the environment is safe for them. These aren’t two-bit hookers.”
    Matvei nodded solemnly. He had two sisters who he adored, and Erik knew that Matvei was the man for the job. “Of course. No one will touch them without severe consequences.”
    “If you even sense that there is a security breach, I want you to handle it professionally. I don’t want there to be consequences after the fact. I want problems handled before they even become problems. Do you understand?”
    “Right, boss. Sorry.”
    “Leonid?” He turned his attention to his other man. Leonid was in charge of the product flow within his club. Only the best was allowed, and anyone trying to encroach on his territory was to be eliminated. Organizations were already well settled within the city, but turf wars were always a problem. It was easy enough to nudge the current competition out, but now he had to make sure that no one tried to take over. His success depended on clients coming to him for the best, and if anyone showed up selling sub-par product, his reputation would be at stake.
    “Shipment just arrived yesterday. I’ve got a few men testing and repackaging it. It shouldn’t take long for the word to spread,” Leonid said softly. “Messages have been sent to the local dealers. There will be no second chances.”
    Erik nodded. “Good. I’m tired of just running a club. I’m ready to start phase two. Matvei, I’ve got a few names that I need you to rundown. Send several girls out to lure them in. One free sample, and I’ll compensate them for it.”
    Matvei nodded. “I’m on it.”
    “I hope you boys are finished talking,” a sultry voice interrupted. “I’m here to have a word with your boss.”
    Matvei and Leonid looked at Erik for direction, and Erik nodded and waved his hand. As they vacated their chairs, a beautiful woman took Matvei’s seat.
    “Valeria,” Erik said coolly. “I’m surprised to see you here. I wasn’t sure you could actually be out in the sun without bursting into flames.”
    She chuckled and reached out to brush a finger over his hand. “When are you going to get tired of playing hard to get, Erik? We had a deal. My father is expecting an answer, and you’re ignoring his calls.”
    “He’s been calling me?” he mocked. “I’m so sorry. There must be something wrong with my phone. I’ll have it looked at immediately.”
    “I’m sure you