Protection Agreement

Dearest Massimo,

Apologies if you find my tone presumptuous. I feel like we are on first name terms now.

Bringing Torrisi into this affair was unwise in the extreme. Our man reports fury and indignation among the grape vines, you must take care.

As we agreed, I have sent a dozen men to defend your property. They will remain until this matter is resolved.

Please remember that my protection does not come for free. When Fontanella finally releases his interest in the mine, you will make a half share available to me.

Your future partner,

Ruggero Spadaro