"Salvatore hung up the phone, a cruel smile playing on his lips. He knew he was playing a dangerous game, that he was risking alienating his son even further. But he didn't care. The family came first. Always.He rose from his chair and walked over to the fireplace, staring into the flames. He had built this empire from nothing, had clawed his way to the top through blood and sweat and tears. He wouldn't let Alessandro squander it all away on some foolish romance.He had plans for Alessandro, plans that would ensure the family's continued success for generations to come. He needed Alessandro to be strong, ruthless, willing to do whatever it took to protect their interests. And if that meant sacrificing a little bit of happiness, a little bit of love...so be it.He knew Alessandro wouldn't understand. He would resent him, hate him even. But one day, he would see that Salvatore had done it all for him, for the family. He would understand that sometimes, the hardest choices were the ones that had to be made.He took a deep breath, steeling himself for the confrontation that was sure to come. He knew Alessandro wouldn't take this lying down. He would fight back. But Salvatore was ready. He had been preparing for this moment for years.He was Alessandro's father, and he would do whatever it took to guide him, even if it meant breaking his heart in the process."
