The dinner was going on as usual. Interestingly, Eleonora had changed seats and ended up sitting next to Antonietta, engaged in an animated conversation with her ex-daughter-in-law. However, that didn't catch Vittorio's attention. None of the topics discussed by his guests did. He remained seated with them for a while, but eventually excused himself, claiming he was tired, and retired to his quarters. He undressed and lay naked on his bed, allowing his thoughts to consume him. His thoughts ...