"It isn't solely my mother who harbors ill intentions towards me. It's Douglas. And it involves your father as well."
At this revelation, Lucielle reeled back. "No. Surely not? Ara, that doesn't correlate. Why would my father harbor any designs to inflict harm upon you?"
Ara remained contemplative for a moment before confiding in Lucielle about the unsettling truths she had unearthed regarding Tom. About Brando. She strove to be as forthright with Lucielle as much as possible. However, even then, she kept certain details concealed, not wanting to prematurely disclose John's strategic plan to anyone.
"Lucielle, John has tangible evidence of your father's plot to assassinate me. Not to mention, he's always been a staunch supporter of Douglas. There's a mountain of incriminating evidence s
