But here you can see what a lying, calculating and sardistic snake Emma is.

She knew very well that Ophelia would be incredibly hurt that Ray would be executed unjustly (because she unfortunately also knows very well that she is in love with Ray and vice versa). You can also see that she also realizes that Ophelia is emotionally very stricken and since you can unfortunately manipulate someone who is emotionally hurt into something, the rat also takes advantage of it very well.

It is now certain that Ray is being blackmailed by Emma and the Duke or he would never have helped these two greedy Ass vultures in his life. Especially not if it’s something that could harm Ophelia beyond belief, just wondering what the two of them have on him that makes him reluctantly go along with the plan. In any case, leverage has to do with Ophelia since she’s the only person he cares about.

I also sadly have to admit that it’s not stupid of Emma to take advantage of the close affection Ophelia and Ray have for each other. As far as that is concerned, the author made a very good antagonist out of her and the part that she poses as a dear hypocritical angel is also very well conveyed by her.

Would also be strange, boring and unrealistic if the enemies weren’t like this.

A ploy to make Ophelia a criminal and put Emma in a higher position of power 🤔?