Chapter 136 - New Capo of the Chicago Outfit

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The office was bustling with activity as men from around the world gathered, each one personally selected by Adriano for the meeting. They came without hesitation, showing their loyalty to our cause.

Amidst the crowd, the heads of each family stood out, their presence a reminder of the power they held.

Whispers of Dad losing his mind had spread like wildfire, evident in the worried and skeptical glances exchanged. The proof of it was etched on my chest and Dante's shoulder.

I don't understand what the fuck was I still doing here.

Lying in Claire's arms, I had thought it was all over for me, but evidently not. Someone had to be there for her, to take care of her.

As I stood before the assembled crowd, a heavy silence hung in the air, broken only by the sound of my own steady breaths. Addressing the gathered faces, I knew I had to speak the truth, no matter how difficult it was.

"It's time we faced the reality," I began, my voice cutting through the tension. "For