Chapter 28 A Reputation To Uphold

• "By Matteo Villani"
• The persistent scent of tobacco and whiskey permeates the atmosphere of La Tempesta. As I settle into the armchair, my gaze fixates on the golden ring adorning my finger, a symbol of the responsibilities and dilemmas I carry.
• Beside me, Fabrizio remains silent; his serious expression reflecting the concerns we both share. The news that Don Philippo accuses La Tempesta of involvement in human trafficking echoes in my mind. An affront that threatens to unravel the meticulously built alliances.