•MATTEO’S POV•

“Okay, keep me updated Doctor…..Yes, thank you.” And the line goes dead.

The past days after the incident seemed like long months to me, each passing moment feeling heavier than the last. Anthony was still in the ICU, his body fighting a battle that none of us could help him with. Bella had given her blood, and though the doctors had stabilized him, they were cautious. The words “50:50 chance” hung over us like a curse. I visited the hospital daily, but I spent more time at home, handling security matters and trying to find that don of a gun. Alfredo Enzo!

Austin was laid to rest three...