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Gravesend
Benny Zerletta, Colenno crime family soldier, denounced by his father and unable to keep a promise to his dying mother, finds himself ashamed to face a statue of Jesus Christ in church. Benny is forced to convince a Genaro crime family Captain to give one of his soldiers a pass. While attempting to settle a war between two families there are dire consequences for an assurance gone wrong.
Benny and his right hand Tomasso head to Lenny's Pizza to discuss a situation with Lenny who is being extorted by the Lavanto Family. Crazy Chris, Captain of the Colezzo family sets the neighborhood thief straight while Benny goes to see his Jewish connection, Abraham about his son's gambling debt.
acob Pressman, a twelve-year-old Hasidic boy, is tricked by a friend of his uncle Adam while walking home. Benny Zerletta and his captain Crazy Chris have a sit down with Bozanno crime family captain Ray Scars and Danny Cuccio to discuss an unsanctioned brawl that took place between soldiers Gino and Danny. Crazy Chris sends a message to prevent a war between the families.
Crazy Chris warns Benny that a war is brewing with the Genessa and Bozanno families. John Mad Dog speaks to Benny assuring him that the Gambini Family will back him if a war breaks out between the families. Benny meets with Abraham who needs a favor. Virginia and Benny's tribulations are just beginning. Benny goes to Church to talk with St. Anthony, a place that he feels is safe. But is it?
