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After Tino left, I explored the garden and villa grounds before heading to the stables. Joining Luca and Cesare, I set off into the valley to collect debts owed to the Don. After our first drop-off at Marco's property, I temporarily dismounted to explore the town on foot.
Now that Tino had escorted Isabella out of the garden, leaving Enzo alone, I was about to step out as well. However, I suddenly decided to hold back and check around the garden space first.
Unsure if I would get another chance to return to this restricted area, I took the opportunity to explore the garden layout and appreciate the open-world scenery before leaving.
Finding nothing special inside the garden, I exited the villa grounds to test the perimeter boundaries, quickly realizing that the path leading further outside was blocked off.
Heading toward the stables to meet Luca, I encountered an armed group. Upon asking about their weapons, one man explained they were taking advantage of the weather to go hunting, adding that he heard Luca mention Enzo might be heading out today as well.
After wishing the hunting party good luck, I continued walking toward the stables, observing various estate workers attending to their daily chores along the path.
Entering the stables, I found Luca conversing with Cesare about a woman named Romina. Cesare expressed surprise at seeing Enzo, noting that they had been rooting for his success all along.
Luca informed Enzo that they were heading out to collect debts owed to the Don across the valley, noting that their recent victory came with a price. Mounted on their horses, the trio set off toward their targets down in the valley.
Following their path through the valley, the group arrived at their first location. Luca stepped forward to collect the owed money directly from the property owner, Marco.
After exiting Marco's property, I realized the mission parameters allowed for free movement. I decided to temporarily leave my horse behind to explore the surroundings on foot.
Walking through the town, I observed the daily routines of the locals, noting that the majority of the population was busy harvesting grapes and brewing wine.
Continuing my walk through the town square, I spotted Cesare and Luca waiting on their horses further up the road. I jogged over to remount my horse, rejoining them to proceed with the remaining debt collections.
To be continued.
