Kazz.” “I often wonder too, but I’m afraid the answer escapes me.” We fall silent. “See you later. I am going for a walk.” I say, standing up. Coat on, grabbing my mobile and fur gloves, I step out into a bright, crisp winter morning. Passing the main lodge and adjoining buildings, I turn left by the woodshed and enter the woods. Following a narrow path, winding between tall pines that reach out to me with their snow-laden branches, I reflect on my conversation with Kazimir. I’ve been through dozens of situations like this, always completely in control of the game, yet this morning his reaction caught me off guard. Have I gone too far? Suddenly I have a burning urge for a cigarette. Ep isode 35
Got Ya!
La appears and heads down a path into the woods. I wait, then signalling Pavel my intent, quickly set out after her. At the edge of the woods, I join the path following her tracks, clearly visible in the new snow. Rounding a sharp turn that cuts through a thick stand of trees, I almost bump right into her as she stands glaring at me from under her grey fur hat. “Mac! What the fuck!” “Damn you La! Sometimes you’re too fucking proud for your own good. Let’s face it, you maybe have bitten off more than even you can chew.” “What makes you so smart all of a sudden, Mac?” “If I didn’t know you better, I might be forced to think you’re just a stupid crazy bitch. First, you call me for help, then I find you mixed up with this sleaze-bag Kazimir, you...” “Shut the fuck up, Mac!” Raising my arm, I take a step forward. She doesn’t move, just stares at me, daring. I take a deep breath. 55