Alison, tried to poison Kate

I knew that my primary focus should be on Evan and Kate, but Vella was also a thorn in my flesh. She was always keeping a close eye on me, and I knew that I needed to do something about it before she uncovered my plans.

One evening, I was cleaning Evan's study when Vella walked in. I tried to act casual, pretending to be busy with my work, but she had already sensed my unease.

"What's wrong, Alison? You seem tense," she asked.

I tried to brush off her question, "Oh, it's nothing, just a long day."

But Vella was persistent, "I don't think so. You seem worried. Is there something you want to talk about?"

I hesitated for a moment, wondering if I should confide in her or not. But then, I remembered that Vella was the enemy. I couldn't trust her.

"No, Vella, there's nothing to talk about," I said, my voice strained.

Vella narrowed her eyes, studying me intently. "Are you sure? You know that you can trust me, right?"

I forced a smile, "Of course, Vella. I trust you."

But she wasn't convince