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Lucas presented an envelope marked 'Confidential and placed it before Alessandro on the small wooden table. Without even opening it, Alessandro knew what was inside.

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He stared at it for a moment before saying. "Tell the Centre that Alessandro Valentino has made mind-he is not coming back. I've cut my ties with the Mafia, but I will never be a threat to them. They have my word."

Everyone in the Mafia world knew the weight of Alessandro's word; once a leader, always a leader, whether he was officially in power or not.

The Centre was the singular organization overseeing all mafia leaders, maintaining a fragile peace through strict and unforgiving rules. Meanwhile, each territory had its own council, an organization responsible for managing and operating the mafia's activities within its domain. The councils reported to the Centre, ensuring that all factions adhered to the established code.

If someone wanted to rebel and go against the Centre, they faced brutal consequences. The punishments were severe, and there was no mercy for rebels or traitors. The Centre maintained its authority through fear, ensuring that any defiance was met with harsh and unyielding retribution.

There was no way Alessandro could get rid of them so easily or without facing consequences. It was a one-way path-once someone entered, there was no leaving alive.

"Boss, I don't understand why you are leaving us. We are nothing without you," Lucas said, his voice filled with uncharacteristic emotion.

Known as a merciless killer and the most brutal in Alessandro's gang, Lucas had never imagined a world where Alessandro would abandon them. To him, Alessandro was a God-mighty and invincible, who had never been defeated and always emerged untouched by death, no matter how dangerous the situation. Alessandro had always looked out for his gang members and their families, even risking his life to save the lowest-ranked member if they were loyal to him. The news of Alessandro leaving the Mafia hit Lucas hard, and he couldn't easily accept it.

"Lucas, be strong," Alessandro scolded, noticing the glistening in Lucas's eyes. "I've always chosen power over everything and enjoyed the taste of it. But now, I choose my family over power, and for them, I have to make this decision," he explained in a stern voice. "Go and convey my message to the Centre: they can do whatever they want, but there is no way I'm returning." Alessandro declared as he stood up.

Matteo and Lucas also rose after him. "So, you've made up your mind?" Matteo asked.

Alessandro nodded firmly.

"Have you planned to settle here in your brother-in-law's house?" Matteo inquired, raising one of his dark, thick eyebrows.

"Hell, no!" Alessandro grimaced. He would stay until Aria was fully recovered. Her cast had been removed, and after a few days of physiotherapy, she would be fine.

"I'll return home and take care of my business," he added.

Matteo nodded. "But be cautious. The path you've chosen now is fraught with danger and difficult

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"Don't worry. I'm not afraid." Alessandro replied with a smile.

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Matteo's pride grew as he saw the confidence in his friend's eyes. He knew that whether he was a don or not, Alessandro Valentino was incredibly powerful and capable of handling his rivals. No one could touch him; he was a force to be reckoned with. However, Matteo was concerned for his family. Alone, Alessandro was invincible because he had no weaknesses, but now he had three-soon to be four-potential vulnerabilities.

"There's something you need to know, Alessandro, Malco said urgently, drawing Alessandro's full attention. "Maria has filed a claim, stating that she doesn't believe Gia and Maximo are your children and that the inheritance should remain with Enzo's family Alessandro frowned but kept his reaction controlled.

"It's fine. I have no interest in that inheritance. It only caused me to neglect Aria and fail to give her the love and care she deserved in the past. I won't make the same mistake again," he said with determination. "Let them have it. I don't need it. I only want my family, and I'll build a greater fortune than what that inheritance could ever offer me."

Matteo understood that for Alessandro, his family was far more valuable than any wealth, and he saw that Alessandro had now realized the cost of his past mistakes and greed for power.

"You're right, and I'm glad you now see what your real treasure is," Matteo said. "I'll handle the legal matters for you and will be waiting for your return. "Alessandro nodded in agreement. "By the way, when are you coming back?" Matteo asked eagerly.

"Next week," Alessandro announced, making both Lucas and Matteo smile warmly.

He couldn't wait to take his family home, but he knew more difficulties might await him there. However, he was determined to provide a comfortable and secure life for his family, no matter what it took.

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