“You know there will be those who challenge your right to take your father’s place.” There is no doubt in my mind. A few would like nothing better than to usurp my position. Especially given my long absence. “They can try, but they will fail.” I may not want the role thrust upon me at birth, but with my father’s death on the horizon, it’s mine nonetheless, and I will kill anyone who tries to take it from me. “They’re going to want you to prove your loyalty. Not only to your father, but to the whole syndicate. You’ve been gone a long time. Things have changed. Alliances have changed. Our
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