
The Assassin's Godfather
By 小冰

28 Jun, 2023

In the city's vast labyrinth of hidden streets and towering skyscrapers, a constant struggle for control raged. Power, territory, respect; they were the currency of this brutal urban jungle. The Corleone family, helmed by the venerable Don Vito, had been ruling the roost for decades. They maintained a certain code of honor, a sense of justice in their reign, regulating their realm with a firm hand, but not without compassion.

However, an ancient, secret society, known as the Assassins, saw through the ostensible façade, believing that the Corleones concealed a far greater threat - the Pieces of Eden, powerful artefacts that could manipulate the human mind and alter existence as we knew it. They feared these artefacts could plunge the world into chaos if possessed by those wielding power irresponsibly.

Our protagonist, Angelo, a foot soldier in the Corleone family, was unknowingly entwined in the heart of this conflict. A young, ambitious, and loyal member, Angelo had been brought under the wing of the Corleones at a tender age when they saved him from life in the streets.

One evening, as he walked home after a hard day's work, a hooded figure suddenly attacked him in an alley. A fight ensued, and though Angelo held his own, he was eventually overpowered. As the figure drew closer, Angelo prepared for the end, but instead of landing the fatal blow, the figure removed his hood, revealing an old man with grizzled white hair and piercing blue eyes.

The old man introduced himself as Ezio Auditore, a high-ranking member of the Assassin Brotherhood. Instead of ending Angelo's life, Ezio gave him an opportunity - join the Brotherhood and uncover the truth about the Corleone family or die in ignorance. Left with no choice, Angelo agreed.

As Angelo was trained in the ways of the Assassins, he quietly continued his role within the Corleones, secretly accumulating information on the whereabouts of the Pieces of Eden. He discovered that the artefacts were indeed real, protected under the Corleones’ wing.

The Assassins and Corleones seemed enemies, but Angelo found himself torn. He respected Don Vito, who had given him a new lease of life, while the Assassins provided him truths about his world he had been previously oblivious to. His loyalty was challenged every passing day, with the line between right and wrong becoming increasingly blurred.

The tension reached its peak when the Assassins decided to storm the Corleone mansion, aiming to seize the Pieces of Eden. Angelo was torn. His loyalty and duty to the Assassins mandated him to fight alongside them, but his heart ached for the family that had taken him in.

As the battle raged, Angelo found himself in front of Don Vito. A heart wrenching conversation ensued, where Angelo confessed his allegiance to the Assassins. In a surprising twist, Don Vito revealed he was aware of this, having discovered Angelo's dual lives some time ago.

Despite the betrayal, Don Vito admired Angelo's courage and honesty, displaying an unexpected sense of understanding. In his final words, the Don entrusted Angelo with the realisation of his dream – a peaceful world, free from tyranny and corruption, where the Pieces of Eden would no longer be used for power, but for the good of mankind.

With a teary farewell, Angelo left Don Vito and joined the Assassins in their final push. The battle was fierce, but the Assassins emerged victorious. The Pieces of Eden were finally secured.

Angelo stood victorious yet shattered, having lost the man who had been a father figure to him amidst the chaos. As both an Assassin and a Corleone, he vowed to honour both his families, upholding the Assassin's creed while also cherishing Don Vito's vision, blending both codes into his own ideology of justice.

From the ashes of chaos, Angelo rose as a leader, striving to guide the city towards a better future. His journey from a foot soldier to an influential figure offered a remarkable testament to his courage, loyalty and resolve, representing a beacon of hope in a world riddled with deceit and violence.

The game of power in the city continued, with each new dawn bringing fresh struggles. But Angelo stood firm, his belief unwavering. He realised the Pieces of Eden were but tools; it was the hearts and minds of individuals that truly shaped the world. In the right hands, even the most destructive power could be used constructively. With this newfound wisdom, Angelo continued to uphold his solemn vow, fighting against corruption and tyranny, advocating for justice and peace, forever echoing the shared hopes of his two families.