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After booking my flight, I turned to leave, but Nicolo Piazza, the Consigliere of the Lombardi Famiglia, suddenly grabbed me by the arm.He frowned at me and asked, "Why aren't you saying anything, Julia? What are you acting up about this time?"Before I could even get a word in, he continued, "We're setting off for Millano in a week. Stop being so upset. You're nowhere near as capable as Clara anyway, and you'll learn a thing or two when you tag along with us."I stared at him quietly as I thought about all the diplomas and certificates stuffed inside my bag.I didn't feel a shred of joy.All these years, I'd studied so hard I nearly wore myself out, winning scholarships, earning multiple degrees, and obtaining various professional certificates. At the same time, I also worked hard to build connections, preparing myself to eventually take over the Famiglia business.As for my younger twin sister, Clara Lombardi, she spent all her college years partying and travelling the world w

I finally finished packing a day before I was set to leave.That evening, Nicolo came over to visit, bringing two cups of ice cream, one for me and one for Clara.Clara's eyes lit up the moment she saw the ice cream and took a huge bite. "Pistachio! How did you know that I was craving pistachio ice cream today?"I stared at my pistachio ice cream and didn't eat it.The first time I met Nicolo, he told me he had an elder brother too, and that he was often overlooked in his household. Since we came from very similar circumstances, we hung out more often than not.I used to think that we were the same kind of people. That was until he was introduced to Clara.From that day on, Clara came along whenever we met up. I was still willing to hang out with Nicolo nonetheless, because he always bought us the same kind of candy and prepared two separate birthday gifts for us.Then, one day, things changed. Both gifts would be things that Clara liked, just like this pistachio ice cream today

The Famiglia banquet continued without me.After I left, the atmosphere only cooled for less than ten minutes before picking up again, livelier than ever. Guests gathered around Clara, who'd stopped crying the moment I left, and praised her exceptional abilities, her striking beauty, and her sensible nature.Just as everyone was basking in a joyful mood, a man in a sharply tailored suit strode into the banquet hall with a grim expression.The newcomer didn't bother offering his business card. Instead, he simply announced a name—the Naderno Famiglia.Papa was stunned for a split second before he quickly approached the man with a smile.The man introduced himself as Costa Pietro, the Consigliere to the Don of the Naderno Famiglia."Greetings, Don Lombardi. We have come looking for a member of your Famiglia. May I ask where Signorina Julia is?""Julia?" Papa echoed. "She's not here. Has she done something to offend Don Naderno?"After deliberating about it briefly, he added firmly

I thought that my life would never cross paths with the Lombardi Famiglia again, but I was wrong. They ended up coming to look for me instead.The first person to appear before me was Nicolo. He looked a sorry sight, his usually immaculate suit rumpled in places."Julia! You're finally willing to talk to me."I remained silent. After all, I had only agreed to see him because he'd stood at the Naderno estate gates for three whole days, and I was worried a rival Famiglia would spot him there."I've been looking for you for a long time, Julia. Clara told us you were here."I frowned. "Why were you looking for me?"He was silent for a while. Then, he looked up at me with reddened eyes. "Come back with me. I'll bring you home. Your parents have missed you since you left."Clara also cancelled her plans to go to Millano because of this. She's holed up at home and refuses to go out."It was so ridiculous that I almost laughed. When I was with them, all they could think about was Clara