The Family Game
The photograph changed the atmosphere at breakfast before anyone said a word. Sofia had placed it inside a clear sleeve and kept it beside her plate, waiting for the right moment to confront Elias without giving him an opportunity to destroy the evidence. Lucien noticed the photograph immediately and understood from her expression that she had found something important. He asked whether she wanted to confront Elias privately, but Sofia said the family had spent too long keeping secrets behind closed doors.
Caterina entered carrying a tray of fruit and immediately recognized the photograph. Her reaction was subtle, but Sofia saw the color drain from her face. Caterina asked where they had found it, and Sofia told her about the notebook. Elias appeared moments later and sto
