For a solid few seconds, the room has went quiet. No one spoke a word, no one new what to say. They didn't know if they should cheer, or boo. It was understandable, I'd say, as they probably expected either of the Ladro boys to rise to the role, yet it was someone entirely unrelated. Ricky, still shocked from the revelation, or perhaps he still didn't quite realize what I said, was still sitting, looking around.
It took a good jab into his side from Cesare to actually stand up, and take his place as he should. He looked at me, with utter confusion, then looked back at both Cesare, Marco, and even Francis. They all smiled, and even I gave him a nod. He then cleared his throat, not really sure what to say.
