Salvatore regained that dark, somber look he had lost since meeting Victoria. He had never before experienced betrayal so profoundly, though he had felt it on many other occasions before he was with her.

He knew he had to regain control of his territories and businesses; fortunately, he still held power in that city.

"Sir, what's the next step?" Jordano asked, firmly, in his office. Salvatore barely looked up.

"The children need to go to school. They can't be affected by our problems. Find a discreet, ordinary school, and make sure to place surveillance everywhere to protect them."

"Understood, sir. And Mrs. Helena? Will she stay with us?"

Salvatore was...