Ángel Oscuro's Redemption

Collaboration

I uttered, my voice trembling with desire, "papà, I really wanna go beyond what I'm taught in school and learn about business instead. I really wanna understand how the world works and create my own path."

My father, revered for his pragmatic wisdom, gazed into my eyes, recognizing the fierce determination and thirst for knowledge that resided within me. With a tender smile playing upon his lips, he replied,

"My boy, true success comes when you follow a genuine purpose. If you feel that moving away from traditional ideas is what you are meant to do, so be it. Just remember that if you remain observant, life itself will reveal all the lessons you seek."

As I made this audacious decision, I witnessed a mixture of disappointment and hope gracing the countenance of my father. Although he may have yearned for me to follow the well-trodden path of academic success, he, too, harbored an unwavering belief in my ability to conquer vast horizons. It was with this resolute backing that he entrusted me with his hard-earned investment, intended to fund my college education.
With determination aflame within me, I seized the opportunity presented by my father's faith and redirected the course of my destiny. Instead of squandering the money or succumbing to mediocrity, I utilized it as a catalyst to unleash my entrepreneurial spirit. The neon lights of New York City beckoned me, and it was there that I purchased my very first resturant, igniting a prelude to success that would reverberate through the annals of time.
While this venture instilled in me a sense of independence, I harbored an insatiable thirst for knowledge and sought guidance to understand the intricacies of the business world. I sought mentors who possessed not only remarkable success but also the ability to drive state-of-the-art luxury vehicles like G-wagans and Range Rovers that exuded power and opulence.

In the hallowed halls of private business classes attended by these magnates, I absorbed priceless insights. They taught me not only how to strike deals, but how to orchestrate symphonies of mutually beneficial collaborations. Through their teachings, I transcended conventional boundaries and soared in partnership with diverse companies, forging alliances that elevated my status to unprecedented heights.
Curiosity coursed through my veins as these mentors, intriguingly, only allowed my presence during nocturnal hours. It seemed rather peculiar, for the cover of darkness veiled their intentions. Strangely, our discussions unfolded exclusively in Spanish, forcing me to learn a new language despite being of Italian descent. My fascination drove me to unravel the enigma that surrounded these influential Mexican men, for I aspired to be like them. Each night, they would expose me to diverse and perilous tasks, testing my fearlessness and resolve.

The adrenaline coursed through my veins, willingly embarked on missions that others would shy away from. They even entrusted me with the responsibility to eliminate certain individuals, knowing that the fortunes amassed from these nefarious acts would be channeled into my bank account. Though morally ambiguous, I embraced these tasks with a deep-rooted love for the thrilling nature of my job. My father oblivious to the realities of my newfound life. Unbeknownst to him, he continued to believe that the revenue generated from the restaurant was the sole source of our prosperity. Throughout this transformative experience, I never once lost sight to the profound love and respect I held for him. While he remained oblivious to my unorthodox endeavors, my commitment to providing him a better life remained unwavering. In the depths of my being, I silently hope that through our growing success, he would find solace and comfort.