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.

it would only

into the mess, further fueling Carl's sympathy for the siblings and making him

was always ready to capitalize on any rift between Amber and

was in

is an unfaithful

middle age is no simple matter, especially with the complex web of interests tied to Ridge

wasn't planning on

the future for Liam and ensure

play right into

nor would she ever have the chance to get her name on Carl's household registry. Hannah would forever be the scorned mistress, unworthy of sitting at the

options, Amber ultimately reached out to

Violeta to help

support, Benson wouldn't stand a chance and would be overshadowed by Liam for the rest of his life. Amber and Irene

Amber was a huge favor

that while earning Amber's gratitude, why not? So, the two

and give it a little push at the right moments. Harvey's appearance was a stroke of luck,

flawless plan

Although Amber couldn't openly go after Hattie, nothing Hattie did in the entertainment industry escaped her

people were

Hattie, they happened

witnes

taking pictures

in an

parking garage.