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Chapter 14 - After the Storm

January 30, 2020 – Milan

The sun spilled lazily through the floor-to-ceiling windows of Enzo's Milan apartment. The city below was stirring, but for Enzo Sky Vito, the morning felt like the calm eye of a hurricane.

His phone vibrated relentlessly on the bedside table.

7:30 AM – Morning Light and Messages

Enzo reached out, grabbing the device and squinting against the glare.

The notifications flooded in:

Nike: "Congratulations, Enzo! The new boots release is breaking records."

YSL PR: "You're the face of Milan Fashion Week this season. Schedule confirmed."

AC Milan: "Press conference tomorrow.

Contract extension celebrated worldwide."

Social media: Hundreds of thousands of likes and comments from fans flooding his latest match highlights.

He smiled, sipping a cappuccino, eyes drifting to a framed photo on his nightstand — his family.

Family First: The Anchor and the Light

"Buongiorno, Enzo!" his mother's voice came over the video call.

Her smile radiated warmth from her Parisian apartment. A former runway model, she still moved with effortless grace.

"How does it feel to be the maestro of San Siro?" she teased.

Enzo laughed. "Like I'm still dreaming, mamma."

His older brother, Luca — always his anchor — joined.

"You're making Milan proud, little brother,"

Marco said, eyes serious but proud.

"You keep me grounded," Enzo replied. "No matter what."

9:00 AM – Tuning In: The Media Storm

Later, Enzo sat on the sofa, watching Sky Italia's sports segment.

The experts dissected every move from the night before.

🎙️ "Sky Vito is not just a player; he's a revelation. This kid shows the maturity of a veteran and the audacity of a prodigy."

🎙️ "That assist, that goal — poetry in motion. AC Milan's future just got brighter."

The panel debated his tactical role. They praised his fluidity across the front line, his intelligent off-the-ball movements, and his ability to read the game like a chess grandmaster.

"He's evolving rapidly — almost like watching a young Ronaldo Nazário in his prime," said the analyst.

Enzo sat quietly, absorbing every word, a mixture of pride and hunger burning inside.

11:30 AM – Fashion Week Prep with Leão

The afternoon brought a different rhythm.

At a sleek Milan boutique, Enzo met Rafael Leão.

The two had become inseparable — not just on the pitch but off it, their personalities complementing like a perfect duet.

Fashion Week was looming, and Milan was ready to welcome its new stylish princes.

"You ready to turn heads?" Leão grinned.

"Only if we can outshine the runway," Enzo winked back.

They joked, tried on suits, and discussed the fine line between football and fashion — two worlds that seemed miles apart but shared a pulse: the love of performance and expression.

2:00 PM – Tactical Review and Reflection

Back home, Enzo watched the full match replay.

His eyes sharpened at every detail — the timing of runs, the way defenders shifted with him, his quick switches from wing to false nine.

"That ball to Leão," he murmured. "Perfect weight, perfect vision."

He noted moments of impatience, where his eagerness almost cost him possession.

His coach's voice echoed in his mind:

"Control your fire, Enzo. Passion fuels brilliance but discipline builds legends."

4:00 PM – Building Milan Culture

Later, Enzo met with Calhanoglu for dinner.

Their bond had deepened from mentor and mentee to close friends.

Over pasta and vino, they talked not just football but Milan's soul.

"You carry something special — the blend of old Milan and new dreams," Calha said, swirling his glass.

Enzo nodded. "I want to bring joy to the fans. Like the legends."

"And you will. Just stay true to yourself."

The city was not just a backdrop; it was their heartbeat.

7:00 PM – Evening Wind Down: Off the Pitch

Enzo returned home and stepped onto his balcony.

The lights of Milan glittered, the hum of scooters and chatter drifting up.

He reflected on the whirlwind — the contracts, the media, the expectations.

But more than that, he thought about the simple joys:

His family's unwavering support.

The laughter with teammates.

The passion for a game that had carried him from the streets to San Siro.

"This is just the beginning," he whispered.

"The stage is set."

Epilogue – Tomorrow's Promise

As Enzo turned in, his phone buzzed again.

A message from his agent:

"Nike wants you in Paris next week for an exclusive campaign. Milan is watching, but the world is listening."

Enzo smiled, closing his eyes.

"Forza Milan... Forza Enzo."

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