Charlie believed that there were two strategies to cleanse the malevolence that had taken root in Europe and America.

The first was a heavy-handed approach, much like his previous actions against the Canadian human trafficking syndicate or the Mexican underworld. This involved capturing, eliminating, or abducting these nefarious individuals. The second approach was to attempt a more humane approach. He likened it to peeling and removing the thorns from a durian fruit, leaving the delectable pulp to be savored in one satisfying bite.

Charlie may have looked down on the petty amount of money involved, but he couldn’t leave empty- handed after arriving today. His intentions were to nurture and fortify Jordan for future growth, and Antonio’s family would be the first sumptuous meal on this journey.

Antonio, at this point, was less concerned about the 75% profit he was forfeiting. Survival was his priority. He harbored hopes of vengeance against Charlie in the future, but if that opportunity never materialized, he was willing to settle for survival.

But when Charlie informed Antonio of his impending transfer to Syria, Antonio was shaken to his core.

He pleaded, “Mr. Wade, name your price. I’ll give you 75%, 85% of the profits, anything you want. Just don’t send me away from New York!”

Charlie’s response was icy and unwavering, “You have only two choices, Syria or death…”

Tears welled up in Antonio’s eyes as he cried out, “If I leave, the Zano family will be leaderless, our profits promised to you will vanish. If you spare me, I will work diligently to earn for you.”

Charlie shifted his gaze to Julia and remarked, “Once you leave, your daughter will take charge of your organization.”

Julia protested vehemently, “I don’t want it! I refuse to be part of the mafia!”

Charlie, perplexed, inquired, “Isn’t your father the one who insisted Sicilian women should be acquainted with blood? I thought he was grooming you to take over.”

Julia shook her head, clarifying, “No, he only wanted to marry me off to that Russian…”

and nodded

with a grin, “Mr. Ramovich, have you come to

the abyss, awkwardly replied, “Yes, Antonio

and mused, “It seems we’re destined to cross paths for the second time. Both times you were engrossed with partners, but

however, had proven dire, he’d lost a leg. Looking at his surroundings, it was

he quickly shook his head and uttered, “Mr. Jagoan, I could never bear any ill will

approvingly, saying, “Your understanding is ideal, it will make your

shifted his attention to Antonio, questioning

Antonio instinctively replied, “Three…”

“Where does she fall

“Julia is my second

“And the other two, are they boys or

are boys. The elder one is

you intend to groom as your

for my eldest son

have Wesley Drake from the Dragon Temple come to support him, ensuring a smooth transition. If he ever disobeys, he’ll

was horrified at the mention of the Dragon Temple and Wesley Drake. Its name was legendary in the realms of mercenaries and crime. Antonio was aware of its illustrious history and Wesley’s exceptional skills. Yet, he never

of the Jagoan family, leading him to defend them. However, Jagoan’s

apprehensive at this prospect. If Jagoan had indeed defeated the Dragon Temple, what did that signify for him? Would he

Wesley to supervise the Zano family. Any disobedience would

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