After asking all the neighbors, no one knew where Malena had gone. Nino was helpless and had no choice but to find the town government.

He said to a staff member: "I came to look for my wife, her name is Malena, she lives in this town, but I asked all the neighbors, they don't know where Malena went.

"

The staff member looked at Nino and said, "Mr. Scotty, I can take you to report to the mayor. What do you think?"

"Mayor, that's great." Nino said happily.

The staff knocked on the door of the mayor's office. Pia was sitting behind the desk. After seeing the two of them, he asked, "What's the matter?"

Nino sat down and began to tell his story,

"I was captured in India and locked up in a prisoner of war camp. The war was over. I returned to Syracuse, but I couldn't find my wife. Her name was Malena."

The corners of Pia's eyes twitched, and she pondered for a few seconds before saying, "Nino, I know about Marlena's situation, but I'm afraid it's not good news."

Nino was shocked, "Did something happen to Malena?"

"No, Mrs. Malena is alive and well. I think I should start from the beginning. After that battle, the military thought you were dead, announced your death, and held a ceremony in the town.

I was also present at the grand memorial ceremony."

"Mrs. Marlena is very sad. As you know, she is very beautiful. She is the most beautiful woman in Syracuse. She has become a widow and is coveted by many men in the town. The government has stopped paying her pension. She has nothing.

income, and being hungry with no one to help her.”

Nino covered his mouth, his eyes filled with tears, "My poor wife."

Pia continued: "Yes, Mrs. Marlena was indeed very pitiful at that time. Rumors spread around the town, making her live in pain and hunger every day. Later, Mr. Bernardo appeared."

"Mr. Bernano?"

"Yes, Mr. Bernano, he is an artist. He helped Malena, and then the two slowly fell in love. Later, when the war approached Sicily, Mr. Bernano took Malena to Bale.

Mo, there, Mr. Bernardo bought a manor for Mrs. Marlena."

Nino's eyes were full of sadness, and he asked in a low voice: "Is she living a happy life now?"

"Yes, I am very happy. Mrs. Marlena should be the happiest woman in Sicily." Pia said.

Nino lowered his head and was silent for a while before asking, "Is that Mr. Bernardo the current Governor of Sicily, Renato Bernardo?"

"Yes."

Pia said with certainty.

Nino left the town government and walked through the town with his head lowered. He didn't know how to walk back home. Should he go find her? He didn't know. He wasn't afraid of Renato Bernano, but Marlena was now

She was living a happy life, but she was already dead in her heart. Should I bother her?

He was very sad.

Lady Marlena!

lady!

Even the mayor of Syracuse calls her Mrs. Malena.

Even if I can take her back, can I give her happiness?

he does not know.

The next day, Nino woke up from hunger. He felt that he should think about survival first, but touching his empty right arm, he didn't know what kind of job he could find. Just when he was about to go out, a knock rang.

The sound of the door.

Nino opened the door. It was the government worker he had seen yesterday. He smiled and said: "Mr. Scotty, you have participated in the war and are considered a hero. We all have arrangements for heroes. Now here is a

It’s a job, I don’t know if you are willing to do it.”

"What kind of job is it? You know, I can't do many jobs in my current situation." Nino asked quickly.

"Warehouse custodians work one day and have one day off. They only need to ensure that the goods in the warehouse are not lost," the staff member said.

A smile appeared on Nino's face. This job was perfect for him. "I don't know which factory it is."

The staff member smiled and said: "Sicilian Cigarette Factory."

Nino arrived at the Sicilian cigarette factory to work in the afternoon. Now that the US military has occupied the Tunis Strait, Jiang Hao's ship has naturally started moving again, and the cigarette factory has resumed production.

Now it is no longer smuggling, but an open and honest transportation. There is no need to pay taxes or share to anyone, and all the profits belong to him.

A few days later, Mayor Pia came to inspect the Sicilian cigarette factory and specifically checked the warehouse of the cigarette factory. After seeing Nino, he expressed his cordial condolences.

Just as Pia was about to leave, Nino stopped Pia and said, "Mr. Mayor, can I have a few words with you alone?"

Everyone looked at Nino in surprise, but Nino only looked at Pia. Pia nodded slowly, "Of course."

Dispersing the others, only Nino and Pia were left in the courtyard. Nino looked at Pia and asked: "I want to ask the mayor, is all this arranged by Governor Bernardo, including this

Work, after all, this factory also belongs to the governor."

Pia was shocked and was silent for a while before saying,

"Yes."

Nino sighed softly, "I know that the Governor now rules the whole of Sicily. He has saved many people. His prestige and power are unmatched in Sicily. No wonder no one dared to talk to me the day I came back.

Tell the truth."

"I've thought a lot these days. In fact, in Marlena's heart, I was already dead and there was no betrayal, so I don't have any sadness or anger in my heart. I also want to thank Mr. Bernardo, who protected Marlena.

She was not allowed to suffer in the war."

"Actually, he can kill me easily. It's really easy for him, right?" Nino looked at Pia and asked.

Pia said nothing.

In fact, Nino didn't need the other party to answer anything, and continued: "But he didn't do that. Instead, he asked you to tell me everything and let me make my own choice."

After saying this, Nino was silent for a long time~~

"I hope Malena is happy. I think she will be happier if she follows Mr. Bernardo than if she follows me. Mr. Bernardo can protect her better. I don't want to disturb her anymore."

After Nino finished speaking, he turned and returned to the warehouse.

Pia stood there and looked at Nino's back for a while before leaving.

A month later, Nino found a young widow. This war created countless widows. The young widow also had a three-year-old daughter. She moved the girl into Nino's small building, and the two started living together.

The days of ordinary people.

Jiang Hao was obviously relieved after hearing Pia's report.

In fact, when he made this decision, he was hesitant. He didn't know how Nino would choose, whether to come to him and make a big fuss or make it known to everyone. He had also thought about using extreme means to solve all the troubles.

But in the end he chose to face the problem head-on in this way.

He didn't know how Marlena would react after learning that her husband was back alive, but he felt that his choice was right.

Now, Nino has made his own choice.
Chapter completed!