EVYAN
The soft hum of the city beyond his penthouse window did little to soothe Evyan's mind. He sat at the edge of his bed, his head in his hands, still replaying the events of the previous night. The gala had been an exhausting blur of laughter, empty conversations, and hollow pleasantries, but it was his brief, enigmatic encounter with Sinister Krylov that had lingered in his mind like the ghost of a touch.
Sinister. Even his name was a weapon.
Evyan had encountered powerful, dangerous individuals before, but there was something about Sinister that felt... different. Something about him stirred an emotion Evyan was not accustomed to—curiosity, yes, but also unease. The way Sinister had moved, the way his presence filled the room—he was the kind of person who never had to raise his voice to command attention. It was as if the world bent to his will.
The more Evyan thought about it, the more he realized how little he truly knew about Sinister. A shadow in the crowd, a name whispered but never fully understood. He had to know more. For the first time in a long while, Evyan was actually... intrigued.
He had never been the type to leave questions unanswered, and this was no exception. Reaching for his phone, Evyan quickly scrolled through his contacts, his finger hovering over the name that had always been his anchor in the chaos: Alex. Alex, his manager, his confidant, his best friend. The man who knew everyone and everything worth knowing.
He paused for a moment, uncertainty gnawing at him. Was this a mistake? Was he delving into something too dangerous? But the pull of curiosity, of needing to understand who Sinister truly was, was stronger. Something that was worth exploring.
With a deep breath, Evyan pressed the button. After a few rings, Alex answered, his voice groggy and laced with irritation.
"Do you have any idea what time it is, Ev?" Alex grumbled.
Evyan smirked faintly. "Time for you to get to work. I need information."
"Of course you do," Alex sighed, already resigned. "Who is it this time? Did some model take your seat on the jet again?"
Evyan rolled his eyes. "Not quite. I need you to dig into someone for me. Sinister Krylov."
There was a pause on the other end of the line, followed by Alex's incredulous laugh. "You're joking, right? Sinister Krylov? As in the Sinister Krylov?"
"Does it sound like I'm joking, Alex?" Evyan's tone turned sharp, cutting through Alex's amusement.
"Okay, okay, no need to bite my head off," Alex said quickly. "But seriously, Ev, what are you even doing sniffing around someone like him? That man isn't just anyone. He's—"
"I know who he is," Evyan interrupted, though he wasn't entirely sure he did. "Just tell me what you know."
Alex hesitated for a moment before speaking. "Alright, here's the basic rundown. Sinister Krylov is the chairman of Krylov Industries, one of the biggest conglomerates in the country. They're into everything—real estate, technology, luxury goods, shipping, entertainment. You name it, they've got a hand in it. He's notoriously private, though. Barely makes public appearances unless it's unavoidable. And here's the kicker—he's your stepbrother Kairav's brother-in-law. Didn't you know that?''
The mention of Kairav made Evyan's jaw tighten. His free hand curled into a fist, but he forced himself to stay calm. "No," he said evenly, though the very name left a bitter taste in his mouth. "I didn't know. Is that all you've got?"
"He's a businessman, yeah, but he doesn't like to be seen. He's low-profile—doesn't play the social game the way his brother Ilyin Krylov does. That's pretty much it," Alex replied. "Unless you want me to tell you he's the kind of guy who could have people disappear without a trace. Which, by the way, he probably is."
Evyan exhaled slowly, suppressing the surge of anger that threatened to rise again at the mention of Kairav. "I need more, Alex. I want every scrap of information you can find on him. Background, business dealings, personal life—everything."
"Fine," Alex said with a sigh. "Give me a few hours. I'll dig up what I can and send it over."
"Good," Evyan said, his voice cold. "And Alex?"
"Yeah?"
"Not a word of this to anyone."
"You've got it," Alex assured him before the line went dead.
The hours dragged by, each one slower than the last. Evyan busied himself with paperwork and half-heartedly sifted through emails, but his focus remained elsewhere. The memory of Sinister's intense, calculating eyes haunted him, the way they had seemed to see right through him.
When his phone finally buzzed, Evyan snatched it up with an eagerness he didn't care to admit. It was a message from Alex, accompanied by a thick file of documents.
"This is everything I could dig up. Be careful, Ev. Seriously."
Evyan smirked to himself as he opened the file. The first page contained a sharp, professional photograph of Sinister—his chiseled features and icy demeanor captured perfectly in the image. His expression was neutral, but his eyes seemed to hold the promise of something darker, something dangerous.
Full Name:
Sinister Alexeyevich Krylov
Aliases:
"Sinister" (Preferred moniker)
Known in business circles as a reclusive billionaire and influential member of the Krylov family.
Age:
32
Place of Birth:
Moscow, Russia
Nationality:
Russian
Family:
Father: Nikolai Krylov (Deceased)
Mother: Yelena Krylov (Alive)
Siblings:
Ilyin Krylov – Younger twin brother, CEO of Krylov Industries
Irina Krylov – Younger sister, position in the Krylov family business is unclear
Kairav Singhania (Kairav Krylov) – Brother-in-law (married to Ilyin)
Marital Status:
Single (Never married)
Physical Description:
Height: 6'2" (188 cm
)Build: Lean, athletic
Hair: BlackEyes: Grey, piercing
Complexion: Pale, with a sharp jawline and an overall striking appearance that exudes authority
Business Role:
Sinister is the Chairman of Krylov Industries, a multinational conglomerate with holdings in various sectors, including real estate, technology, and defense. As Chairman, he is the true force behind the company, directing major decisions while maintaining a largely unseen presence. While his brother, Ilyin Krylov, is the public face and CEO, Sinister's influence and power within the company are unquestioned.
Though he operates mostly in the business world, Sinister avoids public attention. His contributions to Krylov Industries are significant, but he is known for working behind the scenes, making calculated and measured moves to ensure the company thrives and expands.
Known Associates:
Viktor: Sinister's trusted bodyguard and confidant, who handles his security and personal matters.
The file contained the usual details about the Krylov family. But there was nothing about Sinister. Nothing that revealed who he really was, what made him tick, or what had shaped him into the cold, calculating man Evyan had met the night before.
Evyan smirked, a dark humor tugging at the corners of his mouth. "Is that it?" he muttered to himself, his eyes narrowing as he re-read the file.
Alex had delivered what he could, but it was clear to Evyan that Sinister Krylov was not just a businessman hiding behind the walls of his company. He was more than that. The lack of information only reinforced it. There was a deliberate effort to keep Sinister's life shrouded in secrecy, and that only made him more interesting in Evyan's eyes.
He leaned back in his chair, his thoughts swirling with possibilities. Sinister was a man of hidden depths, and Evyan knew better than to leave any stone unturned.
For the first time in a long while, Evyan wasn't sure what to do next. But one thing was clear: he couldn't let this go. He would uncover every secret Sinister Krylov was hiding, no matter where it took him.
And if it meant facing Kairav again... so be it.