Chapter 42 - The Council of Peace
In the grand study of the estate, a final formal gathering of the regional directors and syndicate capos took place. There were no maps of contested territory spread across the mahogany table, no whispered threats of rebellion, and no tension in the air.
Instead, the meeting focused entirely on scholarship endowments, expanding small-business grants, and coordinating local security with municipal authorities. Don Salvatore observed the proceedings with quiet, profound satisfaction from his armchair by the fireplace.
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When the meeting adjourned, the veteran capos stood and offered a respectful, unified bow of absolute loyalty—not just to Gabriel, but equally to Tessa. The transformation of the Rossi dynasty from a feared criminal syndicate into a respected, legitimate institution was complete. Honor, protection, and philanthropy were now their unshakeable cornerstones.
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