Rodrigo looked up.
—My identity?
Daniela pulled out the second envelope.
—Your mother used your data to consult divorce attorneys. She also authorized payments in the name of a family foundation.
Paulina turned pale.
Daniela read aloud:
—“Doubt must be planted publicly. Rodrigo must feel betrayed, not advised. Once Daniela reacts, we proceed with custody.”
The room went silent.
Rodrigo looked at Paulina.
—Did you write this?
She swallowed hard.
—Your mother said Daniela was destroying you.
—No—Daniela said—. You tried to destroy me.
Teresa slammed her hand on the table.
—I was protecting my son!
—No—Rodrigo said, voice breaking—. You poisoned me.
The words changed the air.
