Chapter 44

“The marriage between your parents, was more like a business deal.” Alexander started. “The Trapani family were on top for a long time and after maintaining their position during a very bloody timeframe, they were running short of soldiers. Caruso on the other hand had what the Trapani lacked, but could never have a shot at their position and although they chose to distance themselves from the conflict, they could not refuse the juicy offer when it came; a large portion of the cake.

Caruso was asked to join forces with the Trapani and when all was done, they would get a twenty five percent from all dealings. Considering how deals go sour, they opted for a better assurance and for that reason the marriage was proposed.

Elena Caruso was offered to Luca Trapani for wife, a union that saw two children born, with only one of them belonging to Luca.

Prior to the arrangement, both Luca and Elena were involved in different relationships. Their forced marriage was supposed to put that chapter