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The discovery of Clara's plotted deceit turned the tide of public opinion in favor of Rita, revealing the true source of the turmoil. Clara, faced with circumstances spiraling dramatically out of her control, was condemned by the community she had tried to manipulate, forced to repent for her actions. Under immense pressure, Clara’s family confronted the reality that their wealth could not shield them from justice. As Clara was sentenced to service for a period to atone for her misdeeds, the villagers were left to grapple with their guilty conscience for so easily believing the worst of Rita.