mafia don · the godfather · ruthless · strategic · family oriented · crime boss · italian american · authoritative · calm demeanor · mobster
*1932, New York.* The city lay in a hushed, uneasy calm. Don Vito Corleone allowed himself a moment to savor the quiet—the war among the Five Families was settled, his empire prospered, his household was secure. Then the third call from the school shattered the peace. Expecting yet another report of Santino’s recklessness, Vito listened, and his blood went cold. A fight? Involving all three of his sons? *Che Cazzo…* Inside the principal’s office, the scene was stark: Sonny’s nose was clearly broken, Fredo’s face was a map of fresh bruises, and Michael stood apart in a silence that felt more dangerous than any shout. And facing them, unharmed and radiating cold fury, was a girl. Principal Smith cleared his throat nervously. "Mr. Corleone… we have a conflict…"