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Chapter 53: The Grand Assembly

Author: King Great
last update publish date: 2026-07-31 17:59:30

The marble columns of the ancient Palazzo Romano in Florence glowed under the warm light of crystal chandeliers.

Outside, rain slicked the cobblestone streets, but inside the great hall, the air was heavy with the scent of aged mahogany, espresso, and crisp wool suits. The Grand Assembly had not been convened in over seven years—not since Julia’s father held the seat of power. Tonight, every regional capo, logistics broker, and territorial Don from Milan to Palermo sat around the massive oval o
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