The Games Madams Play. Assassin's Core, #9

Alexi is determined to stabilize relations with her cousin and get the American Branch of the Krovopuskov family on an even keel. As she works, April decides to flex her muscle as Gray Light leader and her first strike leaves their enemies reeling. In the aftermath, KJ is caught between the enemy and Gray Light which causes her to lose her job. When the feds prod her to get information from a witness, the situation ends with deadly consequences and KJ's freedom on a collision course with a 6x8.
With Alexi her only sure way out, KJ fears her future is uncertain. However, Alexi stares down the barrel of the gun Gray Light's actions caused knowing there are only two ways out and not all of them will walk out of the fire.