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My mouth goes dry, but I keep my face neutral. "Capisco, Luca. I understand."
He nods, leaning back. "Good. I'll expect regular updates. And you don’t need to pack."
He shakes his head toward the corner and there lies a suitcase, a briefcase, and my passport. Trust Luca Conti to leave no chance.
I dip my chin in acknowledgment, collect my things and stride from the office, excitement and nerves churning inside me. This is it - my chance to prove I have what it takes. Failure is not an option.
The family is counting on me now.
I step out into the marble hallway, my polished shoes clicking on the floor. My mind races as I head for the front door.
Mexico. Tequila. If I play this right, it's a whole new empire for the Conti family. But also new enemies. New dangers.
I pass by a gilded mirror and catch a glimpse of myself - crisp dark suit, hair slicked back. I look the part. But underneath the expensive trappings, I'm still just a kid from Brooklyn. I still have to prove I deserve to stand alongside Luca and the other bosses.
Outside, the sun glints off the row of sleek cars. The private jet sits on the runway in the distance, the engine already rumbling.
No turning back now.
I slide into the back of the waiting town car, nodding at the driver. As we pull away from the sprawling estate, I watch it recede in the tinted window.
So much has changed since yesterday. Just 24 hours ago, I was just another soldier. Now I've taken Jimmy's place.
Jimmy. I never saw eye-to-eye with the old underboss. He was always on my case for being too reckless and too impatient. But still. Murdered in his own home, in his favorite leather armchair. Never had a chance.
My jaw tightens as I remember Luca's words from the previous day.The Carlisis. Had to be them. They've been trying to muscle in on our territory for months. And with a new don, that imbecile child Felix Carlisi, at the helm, they must have decided to take a shot at us while we're unsuspecting.
It won't go unanswered. Once I'm back from Mexico, I'll make sure they regret ever crossing us. I'll...
The driver's voice interrupts my thoughts. "We've arrived, Mr. Nitti."
I look up to see the small private airport outside my window. Time to focus on the task at hand. The future of Luca's family business is in my hands now.
No room for error.
I step out of the car and straighten my tie, mentally preparing for the journey ahead. A gust of wind tousles my hair as I walk across the tarmac toward the gleaming private jet. Two of Luca's men stand waiting at the base of the stairs. They nod respectfully as I approach.
"Welcome, Mr. Nitti. The plane is fueled and ready for take-off."
"Good," I reply brusquely as I climb up the steps.
Can't let them see any hesitation.
Inside the cabin, I sink into a plush leather seat. As the jet engines rumble to life, the gravity of my new position hits me. Underboss. Me.
I've dreamt of this day since I was a kid looking up to the big shots strutting around the social club. I wanted that power, that respect. Now it's mine.
But with the opportunity comes danger.
The Carlisis will be out for blood after we retaliate for Jimmy's murder. And who knows what awaits me in Mexico. Luca was right to warn me it won't be easy down there. But I can't fail. Too much is riding on this mission.
As the plane lifts into the sky, I gaze out the window at the city shrinking below. The empire Luca has built. That I'm now tasked with expanding.
I close my eyes and say a silent prayer to Jimmy, hoping he'll watch over me. Wherever he is.
When I open them, my jaw is set. I'm ready.
Mexico, here I come.
