Sophia walked into the restaurant, her eyes scanning the well ventilated room. It was one of those exclusive places tucked away from the busy city, a place where secrets could be exchanged without fear of being overheard.
Perfect.
She didn’t want anyone knowing what she was up to.
She made her way to the back and spotted Victoria, Iris' stepmother, already seated at a corner table, casually sipping on a glass of wine. Victoria was a gullible woman and had no idea just how dangerous Sophia truly was. A slow smile crept across Sophia's lips as she approached, masking her true intentions with charm.
"Victoria, thank you so much for meeting me on such short notice," Sophia greeted her with a warm, fake smile. She leaned in for a side hug and her lips curved up.
Victoria returned the hu
