The opening scene of Episode 2 in Season 1 of "My Family" unfolds with Fausto's poignant final message to his mother, Lucia. He implores her to cherish and retain his beloved ashtray, a relic of his superstitious nature. Alongside this humble request, Fausto entrusts her with safekeeping an old ball that, in his youth, had miraculously saved his life. He bestows his favored t-shirt upon Ercole, believing it will shield him from nocturnal terrors, while his red bandanna is given to Libero, a talisman meant to instill courage in the young boy. Lucia, moved by his trust, vows to sing Fausto's old lullaby to the children each evening, comforting them with his memory. Fausto reassures her, affirming that she is the ideal guardian for their children.
Flashing back to 2012, we witness Sarah and Fausto sharing their joyful news of impending parenthood in Ercolano. At this time, Lucia's romantic life intertwines with Pasquale, whose relationship with Valerio is fraught with tension. Lucia's reaction to Sarah's pregnancy is less than enthusiastic; she insists on a wedding, not out of religious obligation, but to secure monetary gifts from the family.
In the present, the quartet responsible for the children's welfare grapples with Ercole's resolution to witness his father's burial. Despite their attempts to dissuade him, Ercole persists, and they ultimately relent. Later, a meeting with the Children's Officer brings Lucia's hesitations to the forefront; she believes Sarah would be a more suitable parent. However, judicial decree dictates otherwise, stating Sarah as an unfit guardian, and should Lucia decline relocation to Rome, foster care awaits the children. They plea for a week's grace, with the Officer reminding them to prioritize Sarah's interactions with the kids.
Post-meeting, Mari confronts Lucia over her suggestion, highlighting Lucia's self-doubt and fear of inadequacy. Lucia's past failures haunt her, and she dreads causing her grandchildren harm.
Revisiting 2012, Demetrio and Mari grapple with the emotional upheaval surrounding Fausto's wedding. Sarah feels abandoned, fearing they stand alone amidst the discord. Her suspicions are fueled by Mari's unspoken love for Fausto and Demetrio's over-reliance on him. Fausto, ever the reassurer, tries to dispel her worries. That night, a tender moment between Sarah and Lucia is marred by Fausto's misunderstanding.
In the contemporary narrative, Valerio prepares for a client meeting as Lucia readies the children for school. A call from Sarah interrupts breakfast, and Lucia, placing her on speakerphone, inadvertently invites eavesdropping. Sarah deliberately speaks in English, hoping to exclude Lucia and Valerio from her conversation. Lucia, sensing disrespect, hangs up abruptly. Valerio, using an app, translates the recording, revealing Sarah's manipulative tactics and her derogatory views towards Lucia.
The narrative shifts to a poignant flashback capturing Fausto and Sarah's wedding day. Lucia, with heartfelt intentions, reaches out to Sarah, presenting her with a gleaming golden earring to adorn on this special occasion. She urges Sarah to cherish her happiness above all else and extends her best wishes to the newlyweds. Meanwhile, Valerio finds himself entangled in yet another altercation with Pasquale, prompting Fausto to step in and mediate. Eventually, Lucia confesses that her association with Pasquale is but a facade.
Later, Demetrio makes an unexpected visit to converse with Fausto. Fausto expresses astonishment at Mari's absence from his wedding and urges Demetrio to confess his long-held feelings for her. However, Demetrio's timing is unfortunate as he discovers Mari in tears, who admits her love for Fausto. He decides against confession and instead persuades her to attend the wedding.
Back at Lucia's abode, Sarah experiences a disconcerting detachment from reality, unable to differentiate her arm from a foreign entity. Lucia, noticing her distressed state, attempts to alert Fausto, but he rebukes her, accusing her of being an inadequate mother. He reels off instances of her alleged failures and demands space from her.
Amidst the tension, the wedding proceeds flawlessly. Elsewhere, the children's officer seeks Mari's perspective on Lucia, and Mari stands by her side. In a separate scene, Valerio bumps into his mother on her way to purchase tickets back to her hometown. He confronts her about Pasquale, pleading with her not to disappoint Fausto. Lucia confesses her fears and declines to take responsibility for raising the children. Nevertheless, that very night, Ercole awakens in the dead of night, requesting his grandmother to sing him the lullaby she once crooned to his father. Their bond deepens as they share this intimate moment.
Ercole's heartfelt words about Fausto's admiration for Lucia touch her deeply. She reverses her decision and opts to stay, escorting the children to school the following day. On her return journey, she serendipitously encounters Sergio, who kindly offers to accompany her home.
At school, Libero calls his mother, yearning to be with her. She reassuringly promises to join him in Rome soon, reminding him that they are a team against the odds posed by their family.
