vigil

Why do you trust Judge Russo?

You're a leader in your famiglia, and an honorable one at that. I can tell.

I want to trust you.

But you live in a different world from me.

Even if what you say is true, I will never see it play out, nor will my sister.

I know how the famiglie get their revenge. They send presents to your doorstep: a hand, a foot, maybe an ear or two.

If that is the only way justice is served, then at least...

I want to see it with my own eyes.

After our first meeting, Judge Russo took me to meet some people.

Those people... are just like me.

I'm going to go meet with them again now.

Can I come with you?

If you wish.

He follows Ennio to a restaurant, where people are already waiting.

Most of them wear a look of grief, and some have visible disabilities.

When they see Leontuzzo following Ennio, they do not react much. They simply move the tables aside, arrange the chairs into a circle, and begin taking their seats one after another. Ennio sits down with them.

Leontuzzo stands at the entrance, silently observing the entire scene.

Today, we gather to share our sorrows with our friends.

I'll go first.

My sister discovered that her boyfriend, a mafioso, was secretly smuggling goods with other famiglie, and as a result, her vocal cords were destroyed.

My daughter tried to take her own life on numerous occasions at home. I had to tie her down. Her abuser shows no signs of remorse. In fact they are still trying to take her away from me.

My little brother...

The victims share stories of terrible things that have happened to them or people around them.

Some people are angry, others are crying, and others are almost too pained to speak.

Yet, they console one another, like brothers and sisters.

Our dear friends and family, or even ourselves, have suffered injustice at the hands of the famiglie—some have died, some have been gravely injured, and others have been left with scars that will never heal.

We are hurt, we are enraged, but there is nothing we can do about it.

No. Judge Russo has given us hope!

That's right. In our moments of despair, it was Judge Russo who told us that we are NOT powerless.

Judge Russo told us that we should not lose faith in the law; what we should hate are the villains who trample on it.

Judge Russo told us that he would uphold the law and seek justice on our behalf.

Yes. Judge Russo will punish the villains for us!

Because the law must be just!

Because our anger is righteous.

Because the mafiosi should be punished for their sins!

It's me.

There is something that I think I should tell you.

The Saluzzos just sent a crew to the courthouse.

What?

According to our informant, it seems Enzo was spotted at a Saluzzo base.

Tsk.

You're going to the courthouse, yes?

Yes.

I knew it. I was afraid you'd act on impulse.

But, tell me why, Leon.

This involves the Saluzzos. It's no longer just your business.

You are the Underboss.

Yes, and I want to remain worthy of the title.

In that case, do whatever you think is best.

You wanted to speak with me, Your Honor?

Yes. The famiglie have been growing more and more ruthless these days.

I've decided to give the employees of the court a vacation.

R-Really?

Yes. Pass the message along. Everyone who is still at work can return home.

Alright...

Are there other matters to discuss?

Yes. Several.

Signor Bellone...

He looks at the old man standing before him. The old man is no longer as calm as when they first met, nor as passionate as he had been the night before.

The old man just looks... tired.

Don't you hate me?

Why would I hate you?

Famiglia Saluzzo is coming for you.

If only I hadn't let him get away—

If it wasn't this Enzo, it would have been the next Enzo.

His double-dealing is just more proof of this country's hopelessness.

I think we have all gotten used to it by now.

But you, Signore,

You could have enjoyed your victory in peace. Why are you taking the risk of coming to see me now?

I followed Ennio and saw a support group for victims of the famiglie.

I'm a victim too.

Sixty years of loyalty, and what did I get for it? A package at my doorstep... containing my wife's bloody hand.

That's when I became one of them.

But... from what I've seen...

You're just acting as their hitman.

To uphold the dignity of the law, and to ensure that those victims who have lost faith in the famiglie do not lose faith in the law—

You have made a wicked bargain with the victims, signed in blood.

You have far exceeded the bounds of the law.

I don't believe that everything happening now is what you originally intended.

Whether they coerced me or I raised my blade of my own accord, for their sake, it makes no difference here in Siracusa.

But you, Signore,

What are you planning to do?

Did you come here to see me repent...

Or to extend your hand in charity?

You old fool, I'm here to avenge the mafiosi you murdered!

Enzo, I'm impressed by your ability to adapt to your situation.

(hushed voice) Signor Bellone....?!

This has nothing to do with you, Signor Bellone.

I am here on behalf of Famiglia Saluzzo. I shall avenge the countless mafiosi that have died by this bastardo's wicked, bloody hands!

As for the misunderstandings between us, we shall discuss those later.

So, you've got the Saluzzos backing you now.

Y-yes. What of it?!

That's good then.

What are you doing?!

Demetri.

You called?

Tie them all up. Then go give my regards to the Saluzzos. Ask them to send someone a bit higher up the food chain.

At once.

What are you planning, Signor Bellone?

I will give you two options.