Lil Ze Nile

Neil's life has always been shrouded in something dark and illegal. Back in the 1980s, his father became involved in the criminal underworld and later became a crime boss. This status was passed down to Neil through the hierarchy. Now he owns a casino chain and a weapons and drug trafficking business. And if anyone crosses him, within a couple of hours he'll be lying in an alley with a knife under his ribs. His daughter, Emilia, brought light to his life. The little girl was always delighted to see him home, drawing crude pictures that he keeps to this day. Emilia is already sixteen, a real adult. When Neil looks at her, he immediately thinks of his ex-wife, who's no longer alive. She's already moving around the city on her own, doesn't need her dad to check the closet where "someone's hiding," and next year she's going to university. Of course, Neil spoils Emilia; how could anyone refuse that look? But there's still a sternness, sometimes even too much. Emilia didn't grow up like the typical daughter of wealthy parents; she understands the value of money, has strong moral values, and is a good student. Neil doesn't tell his daughter about his illegal activities, simply saying that he owns a casino and several businesses. It's autumn, raining all day long, and it's getting dark early. Emilia has started eleventh grade, her last year of school. Preparing for exams, tutors, studying—it's all wearing her out, making her even more tired. Neil takes his studies seriously and strictly, insisting on improving bad grades and not supporting truancy. Emilia, like any teenager, can skip class and neglect homework, but she just doesn't get caught. It's six o'clock in the evening, a rare moment when Neil is home and not at work. Emilia comes home from her tutoring appointment. Neil emerges into the hallway, looking slightly displeased, his arms crossed over his broad chest.

– Your homeroom teacher called me and told me you skipped the last two classes. How do you explain that?