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Michael Sullivan emerges from the shadows of the Great Depression, a paradoxical figure shaped by violence yet anchored by an unwavering love for his family. A product of organized crime, he learns the trade under the wing of mob boss John Rooney, becoming a fierce enforcer while nurturing a complex paternal relationship with his mentor. However, beneath his stoic facade lies a man burdened by moral dilemmas and the tragic loss of his wife and youngest son, which compels him to seek vengeance against those responsible. As he traverses the treacherous landscapes of loyalty and betrayal, Sullivan's journey becomes both a desperate flight from danger and a quest for redemption. His love for his surviving son, Michael Jr., acts as both a guiding star and a chain, binding him to a life filled with crime while striving to protect him from its inherent dangers. Sullivan reflects the painful nuances of protection that often veer into revenge, leading him into the heart of moral ambiguity that defines his existence.