The third novel in the “Arkharevtsy” cycle. In Moscow it’s uneasy. There are rumors that the rebel Emelyan Pugachev, who declared himself Emperor Peter III, will arrive in the old capital any day now. Part of the aristocracy and clergy are already preparing to join the impostor. And of course, Moscow thieves led by the famous Vanka Cain try to take advantage of the situation. Only the people of the chief of police Arkharov can restore order…