Forbidden Alliance
Solution or a Problem?
Vincent Rizzuto is having lunch in a restaurant and Louis Cortez his mafia rival enters.
The Rizzuto and Cortez clan have never been on good terms. They are rivals from ages. Rizzuto clan took the mafia throne, this led to more bloodshed among the clans.
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
Louis Cortez. Surprised to see you here. I didn't think you had the nerve to meet me face-to-face.
Louis (Asher's Dad)
I have something to propose..-I
Vincent cuts Louis before he can finish his sentence.
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
You snake! You've been using my territory for your dirt! I won't stand for it anymore!
Louis (Asher's Dad)
Oh, Vincent, always so melodramatic. Your reign is fading, old friend. It's time for the Cortez clan to take its rightful place at the top.
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
The top? You think you can just walk in and take what's mine?
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
I built this empire with blood, sweat, and tears
Louis (Asher's Dad)
Your empire?
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
You underestimate me, Louis
Louis (Asher's Dad)
But that's no why I'm here Vincent, I'm not here to fight.
Louis (Asher's Dad)
Vincent, this has gone on for far too long! Our clans have been at each other's throats for years, and innocent lives have been lost. It's time to end this madness!
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
And what do you propose, Louis? A truce? We both know that won't work. We have tried it before, only for the peace to crumble within months.
Louis (Asher's Dad)
No, Vincent, not a truce. Something more substantial, more binding. We have to put an end to this once and for all.
Vincent raises an eyebrow in surprise to Louis's words.
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
And how do you suggest we do that, Louis? I'm all ears.
Louis (Asher's Dad)
We unite our clans.
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
We've done it and it has failed.
Louis (Asher's Dad)
Not through some business deal or alliance, but through blood. We marry our heirs. Your daughter, Charlotte, and my son, Asher.
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
You can't be serious!
Louis (Asher's Dad)
Yes, I am serious.
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
You want our families to be linked by marriage?
Louis (Asher's Dad)
Think about it, Vincent. Our rivalry has only brought bloodshed and suffering. But if we join forces, imagine the power we would wield. No other family would dare cross us. We could rule this city together.
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
It's a risky proposition, Louis. We've been enemies for so long, can we really trust each other?
Louis (Asher's Dad)
Trust is earned, Vincent. And by taking this step, we would be showing our commitment to a new era. Our children could build a future where our clans work together, not against each other.
What will happen? Will the legendary rivals from generations become family?
It's Official!
Louis Cortez has proposed a very risky deal of marriage between clans who have been rivals since birth.
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
Fine, Louis. Let's say I agree to this... How do we ensure our children won't repeat our mistakes?
Louis (Asher's Dad)
We've raised them differently, but they won't fall into the same cycle of violence and revenge that we did.
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
Maybe... just maybe, there is a chance for a better future.
Vincent excuses himself for a while. He contacts his trusted spy and checks if the Cortez clan has some loose strands. The spy confirms that the Cortez clan is at its peak and might be a great threat to Rizzuto clan.
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
Fine, Louis. We have a deal.
Louis lifts a glass of wine for a toast of union.
Louis (Asher's Dad)
To a new era, Vincent. A future where our clans unite.
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
To a new era, Louis.
They clink their glasses together, symbolizing the beginning of an unlikely alliance.
Vincent informs his daughter Charlotte about this deal.
Charlotte
As long as it keeps our clan safe, it's not a problem.
Vincent (Charlotte's Dad)
Thank you, Charlotte 😊
Louis also tell his son Asher about the deal.
Louis (Asher's Dad)
Do you actually want to get married?
Louis (Asher's Dad)
Point 😅
They begin planning for the wedding. It's going to take place in a month and a half.
Asher
I just have a month to enjoy being single. Let's enjoy it 101%😀
Asher takes his Neiman Marcus (bike)
Asher stands next to his sleek motorcycle, taking in the view of a stunning territory before him. His eyes widen in awe.
Asher
Wow, who could possibly own such a magnificent place?
As Asher admires the beauty of the new place. Gunshots ring out in the distance, catching Asher's attention. His curiosity increases, he decides to investigate.
Asher cautiously approaches the territory on foot, carefully scanning the surroundings.
Asher
What's going on? I need to see.
He spots gaps in the fences and peeks through, attempting to see who is firing the shots.
Asher's eyes widen in shock as he recognizes Charlotte.
Asher
Charlotte Rizzuto? The person I'm supposed to get married to? What is she doing?
What happens next? Will the marriage be called off?
What's next?
Realizing the danger of his own position and lacking any means to defend himself, Asher slowly retreats.
Asher hops back on his motorcycle, his expression filled with concern and determination.
Asher
Something doesn't add up.
Asher starts the engine and speeds away, the image of the stunning territory and Charlotte's ruthless actions disturbing his mind.
Charlotte stands in the dimly lit hideout. She paces anxiously, contemplating her next move.
She calls Tobias, Charlotte's loyal confidant and spy.
Charlotte
Tobias, I need you to take care of the body. Make sure it disappears without a trace.
Charlotte
It's for a beautiful territory.
Tobias
Charlotte, you've broken one of the underworld's cardinal rules. Killing without cause brings unwanted attention. We must handle this carefully.
Charlotte
He's an underdog, we won't be in any trouble.
As they speak, the injured boy on the floor stirs, causing Charlotte to freeze.
Charlotte
He's still alive? I might have to use another bullet.
Tobias's eyes widen in alarm, his voice filled with urgency.
Charlotte freezes, her finger still on the trigger, the weight of Tobias's command sinking in.
Tobias
You can't just eliminate him like that. He might have a family, people who care about him.
Charlotte
Weakness will be the death of you.
Saying that, Charlotte lowers her gun slowly, her expression unchanged.
Tobias
Charlotte, this isn't who we are. We can't discard a life so easily.
Tobias calls the ambulance on his other phone.
Tobias hangs up the phone, his attention shifting back to Charlotte, his voice filled with determination.
Tobias
The first and last time, Charlotte?
They exchange a knowing smile and let out a soft chuckle.
Tobias
I'll take care of the situation from here.
Tobias
But you do have a knack for finding trouble, don't you?
Charlotte
And you always seem to be right there to clean up my messes, Tobias.
Charlotte
He'll make it, I'm sure of it.
Charlotte takes her car and drives home.
Charlotte steps into her lavishly decorated apartment.
Charlotte's thoughts drift back to the events of the night.
Her cellphone rings, breaking the silence. Charlotte picks it up and sees her mother's name flashing on the screen.
She hesitates, knowing her mother wants to discuss wedding plans.
Charlotte
Not now, Mother.
She sets the phone aside, disinterested in the extravagant wedding preparations that await her.
Is Charlotte every going to participate in the wedding preparations?
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