Sneaky plot

I believe the answer is:

scheme

(Other definitions for scheme that I've seen before include "Plan - intrigue" , "Secret plan, plot" , "Conive, intrigue" , "Work out a course of action" , "Program" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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