At the same time, Charlie was driving the unassuming Chevrolet, with the anxious Gunbir seated beside him, making their way to the outskirts of Zano Manor.


    From their vantage point outside, they could see that Zano Manor was bustling with activity. The entire estate was illuminated brightly, and a significant number of mafia members, dressed in sharp ck suits, stood at attention on either side of the entrance, as if awaiting an important guest.<fn8362> Get full chapters from Find[?]ovel</fn8362>


    Observing this scene from a distance, Charlie couldn’t help but grin. “Looks like we’ve arrived at an exciting time. The Zano family must be hosting quite a significant event tonight,” he remarked.


    Gunbir, swallowing nervously, turned to Charlie and asked, “Mr. Wade, it looks like there are at least hundreds of people. Are we really going to go in there and stir up trouble?”


    With a reassuring smile, Charlie replied, “Didn’t I mention? I want to put on a show for them. Just follow my lead and do exactly as I say—just keep your eyes on me.”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Charlie then added, “But if you’re truly worried, I can go in alone.”


    Without hesitation, Gunbir responded, “Mr. Wade, I am indeed worried, but I am not afraid! As long as you guide me, I will follow your instructions!”


    “Alright,” Charlie nodded. “Let’s wait for the right moment.”


    …


    Meanwhile, inside Zano Manor, Antonio was pacing anxiously outside his daughter Julia’s room. After a moment of hesitation, he knocked on the door.


    “Julia, it’s Dad.”


    Silence greeted him from within the room.


    Antonio took a deep breath and patiently called out, “Julia, you need to understand that our Sicilian tradition prioritizes family above all else. My position today is not for my personal glory, but for the future of our Zano family. I hope you can also put the family’s interests first!”


    Inside, Julia’s voice erupted in anger. “Your idea of ‘everything for the family’ is just your personal agenda! You can’t force your wishes on me! If ites to that, I’d rather leave this family!”


    Antonio’s temper red. “Listen to the nonsense you’re saying! Don’t forget, you carry the blood of the Xixi Inders! Even if a girl from Xixi Ind marries or changes her surname, she must never forget her family! The imprint of family is in the blood and soul of every Xixi Inder!”


    “Forget about your family brand!” Julia shot back. “From now on, I will take my mother’s surname! I am no longer Julia Zano! I am Julia Chirice! I’m tired of the Zano name!”


    “How dare you!” Antonio banged on the door furiously. “Julia, if you continue to defy me, I will send you to Sicily overnight to your cousin’s farm, where you’ll shear sheep for the rest of your life!”


    Inside, Julia fell silent for a moment.


    Antonio, still agitated, pressed on. “Julia, don’t think you can escape this discussion! I will give you three seconds to reconsider. If you truly want to oppose me, I will arrange for you to leave right now!”


    He raised his voice further and counted, “One! Two!”


    Panic surged in Julia’s voice as she yelled, “Okay, okay! I’ll do what you say! It’s all up to you!”


    Antonio rxed slightly, replying coldly, “That’s more like it! Remember, a Sicilian girl serves her family for life!”


    Julia, feeling defeated, responded, “Fine, you’re right. Now please leave; I need some time to get ready!”


    Antonio replied coldly, “I will give you ten minutes, and I’ll be waiting right here.”


    Julia sighed, “Whatever you want. No one is stopping you.”


    Antonio smirked, adding, “Julia, I advise you not to try escaping through the window. I’ve already stationed people outside to ensure you don’t get away. If you attempt to climb out, they’ll catch you and take you straight to the airport!”


    Fuming, Julia eximed, “You monster!”


    Unfazed by her outburst, Antonio replied with a smile, “Remember, Julia, a Sicilian girl serves her family for a lifetime! If you betray us, you’ll bring shame upon me. I’d rather see you shearing sheep in Sicily than have you be a disgrace to the family.”


    In a fit of frustration, Julia screamed, “Antonio Zano! I despise you!”


    Antonio calmly responded, “You can hate me all you want, Julia, but just remember…”


    Before he could finish, Julia shouted from inside, “A Sicilian girl spends her entire life for her family! I understand! No more words!”


    Antonio smiled, “It’s good you understand!”


    Ten minutester, the door swung open, revealing a stunning young woman with brown hair and green eyes, elegantly dressed in a white evening gown. This was Julia Zano, Antonio’s daughter.