He retired as a 'colonel' in the air force.
(..) Why do you call him my husband? He isn't my husband, he's a clock. But it was awkward. My honor. You made an agreement. Do you think of your honor when you're sharing whores with your Colonel? Your demon again? I'll be glad to die before you start to hate me. Anna. Put your hand there. (..)2012 Anna Karenina
(..) You sound like a magistrate. More vodka for my brother! Quick about it. I don't want anything. I'm all right. Who told you where to find me? A colonel in the Third Department. They're watching you. Good. They must think I'm dangerous. What have you got to smile about? Nothing. (..)2012 Anna Karenina