Could all of these be part of Ophelia's plan? Thus, she spoke those words to push forward her plan and confirm her identity as the murderer?

Deirdre was late to realize this, and a chill ran down her spine, leaving her feeling greatly disappointed.

She wouldn't mind if the person were anyone else, but the person turned out to be Ophelia, her mother, who raised and cared for her without any regard!

"Ms. McKinnon? Have you remembered something? Why has your face suddenly turned so ugly?" asked