Rise Of The Mafia Lord

Chapter 56. Return Home

It's been almost four years since Commodus brutally killed my father, plunging Rome into chaos. Daily, I heard horrifying stories of murder, rape, and war - the very evils my father had worked tirelessly to eradicate.

Seeking justice, I waited patiently for the perfect moment to strike. Then, I learned Commodus had revived the brutal gladiator battles my father despised. Seeing an opportunity, I decided to become a gladiator to infiltrate Rome and get close to Commodus.

Now, as a top-ranked gladiator, I've proven my skills in the arena.

"Spaniard, beware of the Roman gladiators," Motumba, a friendly dark-skinned gladiator from the desert, cautioned. "They're formidable opponents."

I reassured him, "Don't worry, Motumba. They're human, just like us. We can beat them."

Or, if you'd like a more modern and conversational tone:

It's been four years since Commodus murdered my dad and sent Rome into chaos. I've been waiting for the right moment to take revenge.

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