Capitan Riccardo : $b romanzo

In a rugged landscape scarred by conflict, Captain Riccardo commands a small but fiercely disciplined band. Unlike the marauding gangs that prey on civilians, his men earn a grudging respect for sparing prisoners and protecting the vulnerable, while still receiving covert support from wealthy patrons who see them as a useful counter‑force. Their raids are swift and calculated, and each victory is marked by a quiet sense of purpose that sets them apart from the chaos surrounding them.

Beneath the captain’s iron exterior lies a growing melancholy; the endless cycle of danger and loss weighs on his thoughts even as battles rage. After a hard‑fought day, he and his closest lieutenants gather in the forest, debating a tempting offer from the fierce woman known as Vittoria, who commands a formidable group of twenty‑five fighters. As the firelight flickers, Riccardo must decide whether to embrace new strength or cling to the battered resolve that has defined his command for a year.