A novel about the search for the lost treasures of the Russian Empire, also known as “Kolchak’s Golden Echelon.” A story set centuries ago, when, in the chaos of the civil war, many tons of gold disappeared in Siberia and were never found. The novel takes place in two timelines: In 1919, a White Guard detachment, fighting off the advancing hunters, will hide the gold cargo. And in our present, where the hero and his friends set off to recover untold lost wealth. Naturally, not without competitors. It's amazing how similar many events of centuries ago are to our modern affairs. I tried to catch what our ancestors were breathing at that time. Part of the story comes from the perspective of white officers. Reds will also be present. I tried to understand them all as best I could. So, let's start the story about the golden treasure. P.S. One of the main characters is my namesake—his name is Leo. This is not an attempt to transport yourself to a “fairytale” environment. I just have plans for this heroic traveler. And “Lion” is such a funny name, which has analogues in almost every country. This name is not a stranger anywhere - it has been tested on itself. —)