Dark Deeds

’ Yet another unidentified body has been found in an alley.’’ the reporter said on the TV making Sasha look down from tightening the bulb ‘’ I don’t understand how they still can’t catch the culprit.’’ the old woman muttered as she knitted making Sasha look away. The culprit huh? Something tells me these bodies being found aren’t just part of some murder but something bigger. ‘’ All done.’’ he said while climbing down the ladder ‘’ Thank you once again Sasha. The old wiring in this building keeps causing the bulbs to burn out.’’ she said while sighing. She isn’t wrong, the building is old and the wiring seems even older. ‘’ Is there anything else that needs fixing?’’ he asked making her nod and place the knitting needles on the side table before getting up from the arm chair. Looks like any hope of just leaving after this is gone. Following behind her and into the kitchen ‘’ The tap is wobbling and is constantly leaking.’’ she said making him smile.

‘’ I’ll see what I can do.’’ he said making her smile softly ‘’ Oh I wish my grandson was as helpful as you.’’ she said making him chuckle.

‘’ Your grandson is a good boy. He constantly visits his grandmother.’’ he said making her sigh and shake her head ‘’ That boy doesn’t visit me but that troublesome girl two floors up. I just can’t bring myself to tell Jean about it.’’ she said tiredly before shaking her head once more.

‘’ I won’t keep you. Once your done there’s some freshly baked cookies in that tub. I specially separated them for you.’’ she said before exiting the kitchen.

Its easier fixing things for her than others since they’re never happy and constantly find ways to keep me there not allowing me to see to other problems.

Pushing his long black hair out of his eyes he fixed the gloves before begun checking the tap.

Its as she said, its wobbling since a certain piece is loose. Reaching out he grabbed the tool from the tool box and tightened the base.

That should do it. Placing the tool back in the box before closing it and lifting it, turning he exited the kitchen but not before grabbing the tub.

Stepping into the living room ‘’ It shouldn’t be leaking anymore or wobbling but if it is please call and I’ll be back to fix it again.’’ he said making her smile.

‘’ Thank again Sasha for coming so late at night.’’ she apologized making him smile.

‘’ Its my job to make sure everything works.’’ he said making her smile before nod.

‘’ Have a good night.’’ he said before leaving the apartment. Stepping into the hallway he looked up at the stairwell before round.

There weren't any more apartments that needed seeing to which means I can head up.

Walking down the hallway Sasha’s booted footsteps echoed. This silence is something rare since the hallway is noisy no matter the time the of the day, there’s only silence in the early hours of the morning and late hours at night. I prefer these times. Sliding the key into the hole he unlocked the door, flipping the light switch the small room was illuminated. Closing the door behind him as he entered he stepped further into the room, a desk pressed against the wall in front of the window while a bookshelf was pressed up against the wall, a small wardrobe placed beside it and the single bed pressed against the other side of the room. Placing the tool box on the desk he removed the thick overalls. Hopefully the pipes aren’t frozen. Entering the small bathroom Sasha turned the tap causing the pipes to rattle before water shot out of the shower head causing steam to fill the bathroom. Good. Removing the work gloves he tossed them on the toilet revealing his hands which were littered with small and large scars. Pulling the white shirt off followed by his jeans he stepped into the shower.

There’s nothing like hot water to warm you up. Rubbing the sponge over his body before freezing.

Fucking hell. Can’t even take a fucking shower. Quietly stepping out of the shower Sasha quietly grabbed the MP-443 Grach from beneath the sink.

Not bothering to cover he glanced out from behind the corner of the door before grabbing the mirror off the wall he stepped out from the bathroom to be followed by the sound of glass shattering. Unbothered as the mirror dented he ducked dropping it, grabbing the Barrett M82A1 and slowly approached the broken window.

Gently placing the stand on the table slightly before pressing his eye to the scope and glare.

It doesn’t seem to be someone from one of the groups which means it’s a small fry.

Without hesitation he fired the gun instantly killing the sniper. He isn’t the only one. Rising he moved closer to the window and raised the gun with ease.

Pressing is eye to the scope once more his gaze hardened at the familiar man who hid round the corner.

Thought so. Pressing the trigger easily shooting him in the head, watching his body go limp and fall to the ground. The fucking idiot actually showed up to the scene.

Rising further he lowered the gun and pushed his wet hair out of his eyes. There was only the sniper and that asshole which means getting rid of the bodies will be easier. Twitching when the cold air hit his naked body, I should put on clothes before someone sees. Turning he walked towards the bed, placing the gun on it before turning and returned to the bathroom, using a towel to turn off the tap he wrapped it round his waist. Walking towards the desk he picked up the black leather gloves unbothered by the glass he shook them off before pulling them on. Opening the wardrobe he grabbed the black long sleeve as well as the black cargo pants and boots. Tying the laces before straightening and looked to the building across from him, even if someone saw they wouldn’t tell anyone since you would be stupid to do so in this part of town. Grabbing the mask he placed it over his mouth before tying his long back hair into a bun so few strands fell in his eyes. Grabbing the MP-443  Grach as well as the Barrette M82A1  he slid the MP-443 Grach into the holster before turning.

Placing the Barrette M82A1 in the old car before walking towards the opposite building, pushing the door open he pressed the worn grey button causing it to beep before opening.

Stepping into the elevator he pressed the top floor button causing the doors to close. Tapping his finger against his hand before looking up when the doors beeped and opened. Stepping out into the hallway he walked towards the stairwell, stepping out onto the roof he walked towards the snipers body.Staring down at him he removed his mask which covered his entire face making Sasha’s gaze harden.

His face is familiar. It seems he took on the job because he recognized me. If he recognized me that means me being here has been given away.

They’re spreading the search further and deeper. I’ve been here a year which is the longest I’ve stayed in one place but it seems its time for me to pack it up and move once more.

Straightening he pulled the masker higher. Staying here longer puts me at higher risk, turning he entered the building once more before stopping and slowly reached for the MP-443 Grach from his thigh and whipped round and fired. Hearing muffled groaning  followed by a thud, Sasha lowered the gun slightly before slowly approaching the corner, the groan sounded familiar even though it was muffled. Stepping round the corner his gaze hardened at the familiar person before him. ‘’ Nazar.’’ he said coldly making Nazar look up from gripping his leg and smile ‘’ Sasha your shot is accurate as ever.’’ he said before getting to his feet making Sasha raise the gun causing him to freeze, even after all this time he is still the first to ever catch on to my trail which means this time he came into contact with that fucker. Even though I haven’t seen him in so long I hate having to do this ‘’ Sasha before you kill me I wanna tell you something.’’ he said unafraid making Sasha eye him, even if I hear him out that won’t change his fate.

‘’ You have 2 minutes.’’ he said coldly making Nazar smile ‘’ I am grateful your at least hearing me out.’’ he said before slid his hand into his coat pocket.

Glaring Sasha fired once more but instead of hitting Nazar he purposely hit the floor making Nazar smile ‘’ Its not something to notify anyone.’’ he reassured.

Watching him pull a piece of paper from his pocket he held it out to him ‘’ I understand that I won’t make it out of here alive which I already knew but before I die and you disappear once more have a look.’’ he said while holding it out.

Eyeing the piece of paper before taking it. Unfolding it he immediately glared at the familiar faces.

‘’ When was this taken?’’ he questioned. ‘’ It was the night before their death. The Kuzentsov head was in contact with the Stepanov head before the night they were murdered.’’ he answered making Sasha’s gaze hard, the Stepanov head was constantly fighting with the Kuzentsov head so why would they suddenly come to an agreement. He never mentioned anything about being in contact with the Kuzentsov head and neither did the rest. ‘’ How did you get your hands on this?’’ he questioned making Nazar shift causing Sasha to step closer.

‘’ Your running out of time.’’ he warned. ‘’ I found it while I was looking for you,  I heard that a small group serving the Kuzentsov group had managed to track you down so I approached them under the guise of being apart of the Kuzentsov group only to realize that they hadn’t gotten any information on where you were.’’ he answered before wincing when Sasha pressed his booted foot down on his wounded leg.

He still isn’t answering my question ‘’ After realizing this I made sure to silence them but to make sure there wasn’t any proof I went through their things and found this picture but I couldn’t question them since I had already gotten rid of them. To confirm the picture I sent Ivan into the Kuzentsov group where he managed to send me information confirming the picture. All that I found out was that they had some agreement when killing the boss and planned to have you murdered along with him but after the death of the Stepanov group the agreement fell through.’’ he answered making Sasha remove his foot but not before dropping the picture and grabbed Nazar by the throat and easily lifted him from the floor ‘’ I got rid of the Stepanov group and now your telling me that the Kuzentsov group is involved with his death and they planned to murder me along with him. What were you expecting? Were you wishing I would return home?’’ he questioned as he gripped his neck tighter making Nazar grab his arm.

The picture could be a lie created by Nazar to bring me home but. Releasing him Nazar hit the floor with a loud thud.

Coughing he looked up at Sasha ‘’ Sasha I swear this isn’t a lie. We do wish for you to return home but I would never lie about the boss’s death.’’ he wheezed.

He isn’t lying. ‘’ Emil is already in charge. If I return that would mean that I am returning with the intention of taking over.’’ he said making hope fill Nazar’s eyes.

I never intended to return or take over nor involve myself with the fight for head even though the position was mine to begin with.

‘’ Emil is merely temporay. We still serve you, we have waited for you to return.’’ he said as he got to his feet.

‘’ Why is the Ivanov group involving themselves with the Romanov?’’ he questioned making Nazar glare.

‘’ Inessa and Anton have come to an agreement that brings both groups together.’’ he said making Sasha glare.

They’re daring to dirty the Romanov name. ‘’ What agreement?’’ he questioned coldly. ‘’ The Ivanov head has engaged his son Misha to Valencia.’’ he answered making Sasha twitch.

Valencia has been engaged to Misha. ‘’ What was promised with the engagement?’’ he questioned.

‘’ The new pharmaceutical business which the previous boss developed, countless new drugs has been made and made it out onto the streets which has increased the income for the Romanov group. The Ivanov head wishes to have share of the business.’’ he answered making Sasha’s gaze harden.

I knew new drugs had made it out onto the streets which were created from the pharmaceutical company but to think they’re willing allow the Ivanov group to have share.

‘’ And Misha agreed to this?’’ he questioned making Nazar nod ‘’ He agreed.’’ was all Nazar said making Sasha chuckle.

That bastard actually agreed to something like that which means he’s aiming for something higher than the pharmaceutical company.

‘’ I shall return home but only because of this.’’ Sasha said as he picked the picture up and held it in front of Nazar who grinned happily.

‘’ To think I would hear those words from you.’’ he said as he stared at him ‘’ Everyone will be over joyed at your return Sasha.’’ he said making Sasha eye him before look out the window at the grey snowy sky.

To think I would return home after 3 years, to think only 3 years later I would find out that those lowly Kuzentsov’s would involve themselves with the Stepanov group.