Chapter Fifteen: Don Moretti

Gathered around the large boardroom table with grave looks on their faces were the five most powerful men in the underworld and standing at the head of the table was a man who hadn’t in a million years thought he’d be standing there.

“As you may have heard, a series of attacks have been staged on the Lombardi clan, one of which has resulted in the incapacitation of the Don himself. Therefore I will be taking over control of the Mafia headquarters until such time that Don Lombardi is able to return to his position.” Alexander’s announcement, as expected, sparked uproar amongst the men in the room.

“That’s absurd, Don Lombardi may have named you as his underboss, but we know that was only in name. The Lombardi family is the Mafia, we all know the right to the Donship belongs to Matteo Lombardi.” Joseph Genino, also known as the first Capo, spoke.

“Matteo Lombardi’s whereabouts are currently unknown. Which leaves the only surviving heir to the Lombardi dynasty, Alessia Lombardi.” Xande