The three of them passed by some of their men who greeted them as they headed towards the basement. The soldiers had broad smiles on their faces having received their bonus. It was the least they could do for them when they've worked hard this year. That and the fact that they didn't have a place to go home too except the Bunk.
"Don De Luca." One of the soldiers who was in his forties came closer.
Gael's father turned his head and the soldier bowed before him. The soldier hesitantly held his hands out and Alessandro placed a hand on top of the soldier's. The soldier kissed the ring before he lifted his head and said, "Thank you for the blessing. My Eleanor also wants to say thank you. She's no longer worried now that we have money when she gives birth."
Alessandro patted the soldier's shoulder and nodded. "I'm glad I could be of help. You should have stayed at home today. It's Christmas."
