Chapter 46 My Greatest Rival

• I knew that our troubles would only multiply. As long as we remained in this life of crime and danger, there would always be new threats and challenges to overcome. And with each passing day, I could feel the weight of that reality pressing down on us more heavily.
• It was then that Riccardo surprised me by announcing his decision to step down as boss of the family, driven by his desire to lead a simpler and less violent life. He wanted to protect me from the dangers that came with being involved in the mafia, and he was willing to sacrifice everything he had worked for to do so.
• At first, I was shocked by his sudden change of heart. But as I thought about it more, I realized that it was the right decision for both of us. We deserved a chance at a normal life, away from the violence and corruption that had consumed our world for far too long.