The Don’s Blind Indulgence
“Juliana’s father, Salvatore Ricci, was a business associate of Don Colombo. Twenty years ago, Salvatore took a bullet for Don Colombo when at war with the DiMaggios. Salvatore died from his injuries, but before his death, he entrusted his only daughter to Don Colombo’s care.”
Carlo took a pause.
“Don Colombo brought Juliana into the family, raising Matteo and her together. Matteo was fifteen at the time, and Juliana was twelve. Since then, Juliana has become his burden to carry. It’s not love, but guilt. He feels he owes his life to Juliana because her father died saving his.”
I sat in silence for a long time.
“He’s not just defending her,” I uttered. “He’s paying his dues.”
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