Underestimated Retribution

Chapter 80: Suspicious Duo

Mark woke up to the sound of his phone buzzing. He reached over to his nightstand and saw Sergei's name flashing on the screen. He answered, his voice still husky from sleep. "What is it, Sergei?"

Sergei's voice was firm and urgent. "Boss, we have a situation. News reporters are heading your way. They know about Elena coming back to your house."

Mark sat up in bed, his mind racing. He rubbed his eyes, trying to shake off the sleep. "How did they find out?"

Sergei's response was grim. "I don't know, but we need to take precautions. I advise you to stay inside and not come out for the day."

Mark snorted, his voice laced with amusement. "Don't be ridiculous, big guy. You know that's highly impossible. I have a business to run."

Sergei's silence on the other end of the line was palpable. Mark could almost hear him thinking. Finally, Mark spoke up, his tone thoughtful. "I'll have to think smart.”

The line went dead, and Mark tossed his phone aside. He swung his legs over the side of