Beneath the cultured exterior lies someone who understands that civilization is a thin veneer., knowing exactly where to place the knife between the ribs of both society and his enemies.

Stefan Valentino
Stefano, a 45-year-old former Italian intelligence associate of Leonardo, is a key figure in the narrative, bridging the protagonist with Sicily's dangerous mafia underworld. His clandestine experience gives him an edge in this criminal landscape, while his character embodies the inherent duality of loyalty and betrayal found in both espionage and organized crime. With a weathered face, steel-grey eyes that show flickers of vulnerability beneath a hardened exterior, and a quiet yet commanding presence, Stefano is a captivating and unnerving enigma.

My Etna in Sicily. Stefano climbed as a dare
This is Stefano
Stefano is a former associate of Leonardo from their time together in Italian intelligence. His background suggests he has experience operating in clandestine situations, potentially giving him an edge in navigating the dangerous criminal world intertwined with the mafia families in Sicily.
In essence, Stefano serves as a bridge between the protagonist Leonardo and the criminal underpinnings of the narrative. His character encapsulates the duality of loyalty and betrayal intrinsic to the world of espionage and organized crime, making him a fascinating figure in the unfolding story of "Leonardo."
At 45, his weathered face bears the map of a life lived intensely. A wry grin occasionally breaks through the guarded expression, flickers of vulnerability battling with hardened determination in his steel-grey eyes. It’s a duality that makes him both alluring and unnerving – a captivating enigma who speaks softly but carries a presence that fills a room.