@ K_Z: Thanks for all the additional information on the renovations. I remember reading that JS was in some sort of conflict for a period of years over changes he wanted to make to the mansion. Very telling that suddenly after the deaths, he was free to reno his little heart out, but didn't follow through on the original changes he wanted to make to the mansion.
I agree with you that JS's influence will reassert itself as the case moves forward. But what I'm really curious about is, what form of "settlement" could Adam or either of the two women offer that would satisfy the Zahaus? Settling = financial payment to make it all go away, doesn't it?
I just can't imagine the Zahaus will agree to be paid off to go away without knowing what happened to Rebecca, and by whose hand.
What am I missing?
It's difficult to speculate what agreement the Zahaus might settle for. They do seem primarily interested in getting some answers. Perhaps any settlement on Adam's behalf could include him telling the family what happened that night. IIRC, most of these settlements are confidential. Adam could still walk away as it seems doubtful SDSO would be interested in reopening the case. The only pressure brought to bear on SDSO will be from the public, and they don't have much power these days when it comes to malfunctioning government. Kamala Harris is running for the US Senate, so she's not going to rock the boat. (I say this as a lifelong Democrat, I don't like her. I don't like the way she has failed to manage this case and that speaks to her overall character.)
I'm guessing Jonah's highly paid team have come up with a plan, one that gives the family the information they're seeking while protecting Adam and keeping all the details out of public view. Just one scenario, just speculating.