Chapter 596: The Mothers

"A tragedy, then, is the imitation of an action that is serious and also, as having magnitude, complete in itself; in language ... not in a narrative form; with incidents arousing pity and fear, wherewith to accomplish its catharsis of such emotions."

-  Aristotle, Poetics

"Please, seek revenge for my dear husband and discover what became of my father," Therma implored.

"Giovanni was not just a friend but a brother in arms, a stalwart companion," Antonius replied, eyes directed towards the heavens, clouded with the weight of a promise. "His son will be as my own, benefiting from the finest tutelage and protection, enjoying equal rights with all of my children. Be assured madame, this boy will be moulded into a man as remarkable as his father was."