Everything suggested that their triumph was inevitable. They had the backing of all China’s power, the largest businessman was on their side, and the best hacker also represented their interests. It seemed that the remarkable invention of Moscow scientists—capable of changing the world suffering from an energy shortage—was already in their hands. However, Colonel Tao and his allies overlooked certain details. In particular, they underestimated Max Kaufman, known as the Dead, the head of the powerful Security Service of the Enclave Moscow, who, although he had a reputation for being cruel, but not very smart, turned out to be different.