Taking the Mafia to the Magic World

Chapter 291 Time to Think

Vicente saw no problem in joining a group like Kohenʼs. In some situations, someone in his position could gain a lot by joining such a group.

The problem for Vicente, which made him hesitate to join a group, was the autonomy he would definitely have to give up by joining someone or some force stronger than himself.

Could he still get his revenge if he joined Kohenʼs group? What about his business? Would the temple allow him to explore the possibilities of the underworld?

Vicente currently ran a brothel, a casino, bars and offered protection to civilians and merchants in Millfall. He was also interested in getting involved in loans and other services offered by the underworld.

Would a group like this manʼs accept a guest with such connections?

That was the problem that made Vicente uncomfortable with Kohenʼs proposal, no matter how good it seemed at first glance.

He was a criminal and knew how to grow up as a person who followed the mafiaʼs models. But what path would he take if he were just another member of the Congregation of Revelation? An ordinary path? 

He could do that, give up his business, and still grow with the support of such a group. But he wouldnʼt be in control of his own destiny, and he would be just another in a crowd of talented people following basically the same paths.

Would that satisfy Vicente in his second life? A path controlled by others?

”Your suggestion is tempting, Senior Reeves. But what would happen to my Mazzanti family? What would happen to my desire for vengeance?” Vicente said in a neutral tone, but one that Kohen immediately noticed was full of determination.

This young man before him wasnʼt just anyone who would give up everything for guaranteed support and a peaceful future. It wouldnʼt be easy to convince him!

”The temple is not against personal retribution. As long as it doesnʼt affect the functioning and continuity of the temple itself, you could get permission for your vendettas after a while”. Kohen said, not knowing what kind of feud and adversary Cesar had but knowing that every magician had their own story. ”As for your family, thereʼs not much that can be done. Members of the temple have to be totally dedicated to it.

So until you become a full member of our faith, you would have to separate yourself from the Mazzanti family... However, this is not immediate. You could continue to lead your family until you become a High-level Mage. Only then would you have to disassociate yourself from the family completely.”

”I see... Thatʼs a problem for me, Senior Reeves. As small as my family is, I donʼt know if Iʼd be willing to give it up when Iʼm stronger.” Vicente said, indicating to Kohen that he had no intention of accepting the invitation.

Kohen became more serious. ”Why donʼt you think about this for a while? Youʼve come a long way recently, and if you try to absorb a green pentagram when you reach the 3rd-stage, youʼll have some problems.

Weʼll be able to help you solve them, so donʼt give a definitive answer now. You may regret it in a few years.”

The Ironcrest Awakening Temple Mages believed Cesar would try to continue the strange journey that had accidentally begun in the Alpine Woodpecker Forest. Since his second pentagram had a yellow rating, he would probably go in search of a green pentagram when he became a Mage.

When he realized how difficult it would be to hunt down a pentagram from a late 3rd or early 4th-stage creature, he would realize that he would not be able to continue this incredible path alone!

That was Kohenʼs thought as he said his words and got up from where he was sitting.

Vicente smiled from under his mask. ”Thank you for your understanding. Iʼll think about my options and give you an answer by the time I become a Mage.”

Kohen didnʼt like that very much, but with the 3rd-stage basilisk and the local situation in Millfall, Cesar had a good chance to continue to progress rapidly, even in this simple area of the kingdom. 

Not only that, he wasnʼt sure he could end Vicenteʼs life on his own now, so he would have to retreat for now anyway.

”I will be in town for a few days. If you havenʼt decided by the time I leave, look for the Mages of the Ironcrest Temple. Someone will negotiate with you then.” He said before leaving.

Alone in his office, Vicente took off his mask, feeling a bit tired after dealing with this problem after his return from The Rocky Gorge.

”Sigh... Thereʼs no time to stand still. My problems arenʼt getting any smaller. I must keep moving.” He muttered as he prepared to leave.

ʼI need to increase my familyʼs strength as soon as possible...ʼ He looked at his spatial ring, where the herb he had collected earlier was.

ʼTo do that, I need to develop my partnership with Shelby and get an alchemist.ʼ

With that in mind, he would soon put many of his resources in the safe on his property for his men to use while he prepared to return to his identity as Vicente Fuller.

After giving orders for Bart to stay in position and protect the estate from any possible enemies, he made his way to the exit, intending to travel alone through town to change his identity and meet up with Shelby and Liam.

But just as he was leaving the house, a blue-haired beauty arrived at his estate.

ʼNova? What is she doing here?ʼ He wondered as he stopped and looked into his partnerʼs beautiful eyes.

”Cesar... Iʼm glad youʼre here!” Nova said with a serious look on her face, looking at him, but from her position, she could see the basilisk above the houseʼs roof.

”You really conquered it. How did you do that? Weeks ago, you ran from it with your life on the line.” She said as she approached Cesar, not feeling threatened despite Bartʼs presence.

Vicente smiled with the mask on his face. ”Captain, this is not your business. Unless you are willing to become my wife, there are few things about me that you will understand.”