Chapter 299

“My husband is very curious about your thoughts on freeing our innocent Olympic champion from the clutches of the French. He would like to speak with you at his table after this dance, if he remembers that he asked. Your lady friend is very beautiful and he does appreciate beauty.”

Steve didn’t have the time to ask Mrs. Novokov what she meant by her comment. The dance ended and Steve quickly moved to meet President Novokov at his table. He saw the Russian leader escort Gwen to a seat. As Steve approached, Novokov gestured to a seat next to Gwen.

“What is this talk about finding a way to persuade the French to release Sergei? If you know of a way, please share it with me,” insisted Novokov in Russian. “What will it cost Russia?”

Once again, those in attendance watched closely as Steve had an animated discussion with a world leader. The two men spoke around Gwen, who had no idea what was being said, but could easily tell that Steve was very firm and self-assured. Sud