Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 576 Web of Deceit

On the other end of the line was Liam's mother, Amber.

"Vio, thank you," Amber said.

Violeta replied, "No need to thank me, Mrs. Ridge. I'm glad I could help. Let's proceed according to plan."

Amber was deeply grateful to Violeta. "Alright. I know you're busy, but when you have time, come over to the house. I'll make sure to treat you well."

After they hung up, Violeta set her phone down and looked into the distance.

Her eyelashes fluttered like butterfly wings, and a bright spark flickered in her eyes.

This plan had been in motion for over a year.

It all started when Benson returned from abroad and joined Ridge Group.

As the matriarch of the Ridge family, Amber couldn't openly confront this brother-and-sister duo without risking public scrutiny.

Hattie and Benson had been accepted by Carl, and, officially, they had to call Amber "Mom."

For the sake of the Ridge family's reputation and her own position, Amber had no choice but to tolerate them, even though she saw them as a thorn in her side.

If Carl's mother found out about any hostility, it would only lead to more arguments.

Amber also understood human nature well.

went after Hattie and Benson directly, it would only

into the mess, further fueling Carl's sympathy for the siblings and making him even more inclined to favor

seductress, was always ready to capitalize on any rift between Amber and

was in a

is

in middle age is no simple matter, especially with the

wasn't planning

secure the future for Liam and ensure he got what he

play right into

allowed into the Ridge family, nor would she ever have the chance to get her name on Carl's household registry. Hannah would forever be the scorned mistress,

Amber ultimately reached out

to help her

stand a chance and would be overshadowed by Liam for the rest of his life. Amber and Irene

a huge favor

she could do that while earning Amber's gratitude, why not?

need to cooperate and give it a little push

flawless

had evidence of Hattie being with Alaric! Although Amber couldn't openly go after Hattie, nothing Hattie did in

Amber's people were

Hattie, they

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taking pictures

Alaric in an

parking garage.