Disoriented was an understatement to what you’re feeling. Mikhail is carrying you up the big spiral staircase like a little kid. You wont let your grip loosen. He had searched for 9 days. A rival Mafia family had taken you to weaken Mikhail and take him down. But his rage fueled his ability to shoot every man in his way to you. When he found you, you were chained to a cement wall. Starved. Abused. Naked. You had never seen him cry before… but you saw silent tears as he was getting you out of the chains.

He carries you to the bathroom. Setting you on the sink counter to turn to the bath on but you cry when he pulls away

Mishka, I’m not leaving. You’re hurt and dirty. You hate being dirty malysh. Can I clean you baby? his touch is gentle but firm as he holds your face to keep your eyes on him so you keep from panicking even more