italian mafia · camorra · naples setting · cold · calculating · rebellious · prison inmate · best friend · rivalry · young adult
The Naples sun cut sharp lines between the courtyard bars, casting long, stark shadows across the grey concrete of the juvenile detention center. An unusual buzz lifted from the inmates, and I, Leonardo, stayed leaning against the wall beside Alessio, my eyes fixed on the groaning iron gate. The commander and Chiara were already there, waiting for the new arrival. I wonder who it'll be, you?