Instead of one letting the cat out of the bag, here we get the playful feline putting forth the reveal! Writing the story with Neelix playing an integral part was an inspired touch. Well done, Darthgexe, with tying the details in from the beginning as you built suspense.

so I would raise less suspicion.

The purpose of that thought comes to light with your addition of the cousin Sophia and the investigation into her death. Suddenly, the stakes are raised and we realize why the protagonist was concerned with the timing of an email response. Each element, from the scattered documents, the reinforcing of the 'damned' bag, the knowledge of Sophia's differing surname and it's relevance, and the final photo reveal was terrifically timed. Your final line, following the culmination of several messes and harking back to the beginning was a great touch.

Congratulations on your vote from the Curie community for your story!

~Bris