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The narrative intertwines Michael’s personal life with the unfolding violence. His marriage to Apollonia in Sicily, despite the shadow of the family's bloody history, offers a glimpse of hope and normalcy. However, tragedy strikes when she is killed in a botched assassination attempt on Michael, underscoring the inescapable nature of the family's entanglements with violence. This loss marks a profound moment in Michael’s journey, hardening him further in his resolve to wield power.