The voice wasn't loud, but it was clear.Several men slowly stood up. Their suits were sharp, their expressions amused.One of them smiled and said,"Don Moretti, on such a joyous occasion, how could we not come to give you a gift?"Vincenzo's gaze slowly landed on them.In that moment, a deep sense of unease rose in his heart.Vincenzo pushed down his irritation. "Whatever gift you have, wait until after the wedding."Before he finished speaking, Giuliana had already recognized the people in the audience.Her eyes lit up.These were the Dons of the major families.Her heart raced. Her eyes sparkled. She spoke in a sweet voice, "What kind of gift? Why don't you show us now?"Her voice was full of barely concealed anticipation.Vincenzo's brows furrowed instantly. A wave of displeasure rose in his chest.For so many years, he had protected her, kept her from suffering, kept her away from these dirty things.Giuliana didn't understand how these people had once suppressed him, schemed aga
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