Even if she had successfully instigated Ella Martin, what difference would it make? Ella is an adult, capable of making her judgments. Surely, she couldn't be convinced to commit crimes like murder and arson just because a friend suggested it, right?
In short, her beloved daughter had played a beautiful game this time, silently making Ella the scapegoat while she herself remained unscathed, even managing to get rid of that annoying little devil!
She would much rather have the Thomson Family take away the troublesome Thomas Smith. Why should he stay and compete with them for their inheritance?
So, when she saw Olivia Edwards getting out of her car, wearing a calm smile on her face, she knew her daughter was safe.
