Chapter 131:A Viper’s Patience

Unknown to Emma and Alexander, Hazel had anticipated their visit to check on Richard after hearing of Eleanor's death. She had always known that Emma, with her compassionate nature, would be the one to insist on coming, even if Alexander had reservations. Emma's kindness was a weakness that Hazel, formerly Olivia, was ready to exploit. The plan was already in motion. Hazel had instructed her father, Richard, to put on a face of regret, to appear as though he was genuinely sorry for everything he had done. Richard's performance would be crucial. With Emma’s compassionate nature, she could be easily swayed into believing that Richard was a changed man. That would make it easier for Hazel to manipulate the situation to her advantage. After all, Hazel intended to take everything, even though she wasn’t truly a Hastings. It was a name she had grown up with, a name she believed she deserved more than anyone else. Emma and Alexander left the Prison Hazel watched them from a distance, a smi