As the 90s progress, Sasha attempts to "legalize" his business and even runs for a seat in the State Duma to gain political immunity. However, his past and his enemies refuse to let him go.

In a shocking climax, a mole within Sasha's security— Max Karelsky —betrays the group. Following Kaverin's orders, Max kills Cosmos, Pchela, and Phil.

To protect themselves and each other, the four friends form a "brigada" (a crew). They engage in racketeering, eventually expanding into large-scale illegal businesses, weapon smuggling, and international drug trafficking.

Sasha Belov (Sasha Bely) returns from the army to find his hometown transformed by the early shifts of the post-Soviet era. Wikipedia notes that after a personal conflict with a local criminal named Mukha, Sasha and his three friends are accidentally pulled into the underworld.

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