Chapter 94. A Son of the Enemy

Edward's past weighed heavily on him, and his heart appeared devoid of any contentment, calm, or security. The agony of seeing his Mexican parents' deaths tormented him incessantly, creating an unending nightmare from which he couldn't escape.

Under the tight reign of his Italian adoptive father, who used his wealth like a sword, his life took a tragic turn. Despite his need for approval, the beatings he received only inflamed his thirst for power. It changed him into a careless and unpleasant person who used his position to abuse others and indulge in vices.

While his wealth drew attention, it wasn't real love that drew him in. Instead, he was surrounded by superficial admirers who wanted to take advantage of his wealth and fame. Edward succumbed to ad*****n to mask the emptiness he felt inside, seeking solace in something that once horrified him.

Accepting a life of crime, he joined the mafia with his two brothers, embarking on a never-ending march to the top. On