Chapter 26

This was all part of Kate's meticulously orchestrated plan. In the video, Owen had scratched the attacker. If Ella were to reveal her body now, showing she didn't have the same scratches as the woman in the footage, it would expose a critical flaw in Kate's scheme. After all, the incident had only occurred a few days ago. But since Owen had left his mark on the assailant, it seemed only natural to request a DNA test from the evidence. Kate's plan appeared flawless in its precision. "Sure," Ella agreed without hesitation. Refusing would have disrupted the entire act, altering the outcome of the carefully staged performance. Kate had gone to great lengths to set this trap, finding the players and scripting this elaborate drama. How could Ella possibly let all that effort go to waste? Besides, she was curious to see the next act unfold—waiting for the moment Kate would taste her own medicine. Some in the crowd sighed, believing Ella to be incredibly naïve. They saw this for what it