The house was quieter than usual that evening, the weight of the day's events still hanging heavily over everyone.Antonia moved around the kitchen, setting plates down on the table, her movements mechanical. She glanced at the twins, who sat side by side, absently pushing their peas around their plates.Alessandro entered the room carrying a small, neatly wrapped box.He paused for a moment, seeming almost uncertain — a rare sight for him.Antonia noticed, her brows knitting slightly, but she said nothing.He cleared his throat, drawing the boys' attention."I have something for you," he said, his voice warm but soft, as if afraid of shattering the fragile calm in the room.Matteo’s head snapped up immediately, eyes wide with curiosity.Antonio looked up too, hesitant."This," Alessandro said, setting the box carefully in front of Antonio, "is for you, Antonio."Antonio blinked, startled, then looked at his mother for permission.Antonia gave him a gentle nod, even as her heart squeez
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