Chapter 8 Web Of Deceit

• The aftermath of the ambush at Lorenzo Moretti's funeral left the city of Naples in a state of tense anticipation. The bloodshed that had marred the solemn occasion was a stark reminder of the volatile undercurrents that ran through the city. News of the attack spread like wildfire, with speculation rife about who was responsible and what it meant for the fragile balance of power among the mafia families.
• Isabella sat in the grand living room of the Moretti mansion, her hands still trembling slightly from the shock of the day’s events. The home space felt cold and unwelcoming, despite its luxurious furnishings. Rosa sat beside her, her face pale and drawn, still trying to process what had happened.
• Isabella’s brother, Giorgio, paced the room with a fierce energy. "This was an outright declaration of war," he said, his voice tight with anger. "But something doesn’t add up. Why would the Romano family strike now, and in such a reckless manner?"