Chapter 97: Deep Purples

Chapter 97: Deep Purples           Valerian Vasiliev sat across from the man whom once saved his life. His silver-grey eyes were calm yet assessing as he studied the man before him. The atmosphere between them was familiar, built upon years of friendship, yet there was something different about him tonight.   "Ты прошел долгий путь, Сергеев." (You've come a long way, Sergeyev.) Valerian finally spoke, his voice steady yet curious. "Что привело тебя сюда, мой друг?" (What brings you here, my friend?)   Keegan leaned back in his chair, exhaling as he mulled over his answer. Then, with the smallest hint of amusement, he admitted.   "Несколько дней назад я был на улицах со своими людьми, наблюдая за группой, которая доставляла неприятности... в моем районе." (A few days ago, I was on the streets with my men, observing a certain group causing trouble... back in my territory.)   Valerian's brow lifted slightly, though his expression remained composed.   "And then," Keegan continued with a sm