"So, what business do you wish to discuss with the most influential individual in Germany?" Magnus asked, his voice smooth yet carrying an edge of menace.
"The presence of Slavik Makarov is affecting my associates, so I wish to talk about him," Alex said after a brief pause.
"Slavik Makarov, it's been a long time since I last heard that name," Magnus said with a slight chuckle.
"The Ivanovich family's kidnapping of Venedikt Makarov was entirely unexpected because, to the world, Slavik Makarov is long dead, and only a selected few, even in my family, know that he lives,"
"But I am not surprised you know about him, given what I believe your background to be," Magnus added, his words carrying an ambiguous weight.
"As for Venedikt, you don't have to worry about his safety as I have sent our best men to finish the job as quickly as possible and rescue him to safety,"