Noun
machinations - Crafty schemes or plots, especially intended to achieve something deceitful or underhanded; secret or complicated plans, often with a negative or manipulative goal.
The villain's machinations were finally exposed, revealing his plan to transfer other people's money into his own account.
repercussions - The effects or results of an action, event, or decision, especially those that are unintended or negative.
His decision to suddently quit the company without notice had serious repercussions, hurting his reputation and making it hard to find another job.