Riona was dumbfounded. The revelation rendered her speechless.
The prime suspect had been Lisbeth, Riona's long-standing enemy. Riona was left in utter shock upon discovering that the perpetrator was not Lisbeth, but her mother.
Lady Maris had always sided with her daughter, which was understandable, but she had never shown any overt acrimony towards Riona.
Their relationship was cordial enough to exchange greetings in the hallway without hidden malice, but it never extended beyond mere pleasantries.
At official events, both women ensured they avoided each other to skip small talk.
Riona had expected Lady Maris to support Lisbeth, but initiating the petition crossed the line. It was more than just support; it was a direct attack on Riona's future just to satisfy Lisbeth's obsessive desire to win.
