Alexi walks us in behind two of his men and Mico. I can tell at a glance which ones are the bosses by their suits and grim expressions, while all the rest in black coats and heavy builds are security. I catch sight of the enemy for the first time and instantly want to strangle the bitch to death as her eyes meet mine, and she throws a smug little smirk our way.

Sat halfway down the table and flanked by two men in grey suits, she looks cocky and arrogant, homed in on us as we move in ...