Chapter 11 - THE PRICE OF POWER
The investigation expanded beyond Luca.
The Pascale organization had been involved in illegal financial activities for years.
Massimo faced scrutiny over his own role.
He had inherited the empire young.
He had maintained its power.
And he had made choices that harmed people.
Now he had to decide what kind of man he wanted to be.
He began cooperating with legal authorities.
Provided relevant records.
Separated legitimate businesses from criminal operations.
And accepted responsibility for conduct supported by the evidence.
It cost him.
Money.
Influence.
Loyalty.
And the illusion that power could protect him from consequences.
But Massimo continued rehabilitation.
He learned to manage daily tasks with increasing independence.
He practiced transfers.
Used mobility equipment.
And worked toward goals that mattered to him.
Some days, he stood with assistance.
Other days, fatigue and pain limited his progress.
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He learned that recovery was not a straight line.
And that his worth did not depend on whether he could walk unaided.
