The video continued playing, revealing various scenes. Miranda confessed to pushing Elaine off the cliff, and she also had an embarrassing accident due to her fear of Elaine. Miranda and Gavin were seen discussing their plan to tarnish Elaine's reputation, and they decided to bribe Janice, Xavier, and Jett to join them in slandering Elaine. All three agreed to participate. The video also showed scenes of Elaine crawling in the woods, swinging on vines, and battling monkeys and yellow-throated martens. As the video concluded, all six individuals had pale expressions on their faces. Even Elaine, who had not committed any wrongdoing, wore a grim expression. After all, her behavior in the woods was far from elegant. It was not the kind of behavior expected from a female celebrity, and it was truly startling, even if Elaine were just an average woman. Elaine believed that her reputation was completely tarnished. This scheme was a complete fraud. It had effectively destroyed the careers of all six stars simultaneously. The only individuals who seemed delighted were the reporters, who were hastily taking pictures of the chaos. Then, a barrage of questions followed."Miranda, after watching the video, do you have anything to say? Your earlier statements seem to contradict your actions in the video." "Miranda, you assumed Elaine's role as the Grant family's daughter for twenty years, but why do you appear ungrateful for your situation and even target Elaine? Do you believe your actions are morally justified?" "Miranda, please respond to my inquiries. I understand your hatred of Elaine because her return threatens your position in the family, as you're merely a pauper. You're unwilling to let go of the privileged life the Grants provide, which explains your desire to eliminate Elaine and maintain the façade of a Grant daughter yourself. However, Gavin poses no threat to you and has consistently defended you. So, why do you still treat him so ruthlessly?" "Miranda, when Gavin fell into the river, you seemed clueless, hugging Jett and preventing him from saving Gavin. Did you intend for Gavin to perish?" "Miranda, were you trying to let Gavin die because you wanted to tarnish Elaine's reputation, or was it because you held personal animosity toward Gavin?" "Miranda, do you intend to eliminate all the Grants in order to take control of the family business?" The reporters directed their questions mainly at Miranda. Her public image had undergone a dramatic shift, and her behavior was viewed as reprehensible, leaving people outraged and astonished. Miranda felt completely overwhelmed, her complexion turning pale. She trembled and struggled to find the right way to respond to the relentless barrage of questions. Fear had taken hold of her, and her thoughts were in turmoil. She teetered on the brink of a breakdown, a combination of hopelessness and anger swirling within her. She couldn't understand why every detail of what happened in the forest had been captured on camera. However, she knew she was in deep trouble, and her world seemed to be crumbling around her. "Miranda, please address our questions! In the forest, it was clear that you singled out Elaine, and you had Gavin assist you in mistreating her. Your actions and the way you ordered Elaine around seemed highly rehearsed. Does this imply that you treated Elaine the same way in private? However, in front of the camera, you're attempting to manipulate the truth by claiming that you've been consistently mistreated by Elaine." "In the forest, you mentioned that your older brother compelled Elaine to sign a contract that intentionally demeaned you to advance your career. Is this account accurate? Whose idea was it, yours or your brother's?" "Did the Grant family already hold a grudge against Elaine, or did you resort to deceitful tactics to manipulate them, presenting a different façade in their presence compared to behind their backs?" Miranda staunchly refused to answer, but the reporters persisted, pressing her with a range of inquiries from various angles in their quest for the truth. In a state of denial, Miranda vigorously shook her head and exclaimed, "This is not true! This video is undoubtedly a manipulated fabrication by the production team to tarnish our image!" "Yeah, that's exactly what it is! Elaine must have bribed the production team to undermine us five once more," she continued. "She has a history of using her charm to manipulate people. Every time she's involved in a show or acts in a drama, she allegedly uses personal relationships to gain favor. These rumors have been circulating online for quite some time. This time, it's presumed that she employed her usual tactics, influencing the entire production team to stir up controversy and hurt us in the process!" James, visibly frustrated, grabbed a microphone and sternly declared, "Miranda, refrain from making unfounded allegations. If you continue to spread baseless claims, I'll take legal action against you for defamation! Forgery? Are you seriously suggesting that? Where could I possibly find six individuals who bear an uncanny resemblance to you to fabricate this video? Don't even mention computer-generated images. This footage evidently depicts real events. If CGI technology were this advanced, the film and television industry wouldn't require live actors anymore!" The man's resolute response left Miranda with no room for a counterargument. In the end, he even sneered, "Your current outburst, the venomous glare in your eyes—it mirrors the video precisely. Where's the forgery in that footage?" Miranda let out a piercing scream, clutching her head in despair. She broke down in tears, collapsing to the ground, and bitterly accused him, "How could you record us without our consent? It's illegal, and I'll take legal action against you for this. You've destroyed me—tarnished my reputation—and I won't let you off the hook. I'll make sure you pay for this!" James chuckled and fired back, "Who said I recorded without consent? The contract explicitly states, 'During the reality show contract period, covert filming may occur for better content acquisition, and the second party is fully aware of and voluntarily accepts this practice.' Except for Elaine, I personally discussed the contract clauses with all five of you. I understand the contract was lengthy, and you may not have been inclined to read it carefully. However, I took the time to explain each clause to you, asking if you comprehended and had any objections. None of you raised any concerns at that time. When we executed the contract, a lawyer was present, and the entire process was documented. If you choose to deny it, I can retrieve the video of the signing to demonstrate to everyone that I'm telling the truth!" Miranda was seething with anger, her complexion shifting from crimson to pallor. The contract clauses she had dismissed as mere bluster had returned to haunt her. Miranda misunderstood the term "covert filming," as did the others. They believed it referred to capturing candid moments during the show, like unprepared, makeup-free shots of the artists in the morning. Not only Miranda, but everyone on the show shared this misconception. However, they were in for a shock when the director revealed that "covert filming" meant the production crew pretended to lose contact and used hidden cameras to film them for six out of seven days. The contract clearly outlined these terms, and their misunderstanding left them without any legal basis for a lawsuit. James continued, "Before entering the forest, I emphasized that no matter what happened, you should maintain good behavior because someone is watching your every move. Unfortunately, you didn't take my words seriously. In reality, even if you hadn't listened to my warnings, it wouldn't have been a significant issue as long as your intentions were good. At most, you might have experienced a few embarrassing moments and become a source of amusement, much like Elaine. But what none of us expected was the depth of malice and depravity hidden behind the scenes, which has led to the current situation." Netizen A: It's quite a relief to see Miranda's true colors exposed in public and witness her breakdown and helpless rage. It's truly satisfying! Netizen B: She had it coming for not being a decent person. This is her just desserts! Netizen C: The Grant family showered her with love for two decades, providing her with top-notch education and resources, yet she turned out to be so malicious. Her level of malevolence is unmatched. She even tried to harm Gavin, who had always adored her. She's as cunning as a fox and as ruthless as a wolf! Netizen D: Gavin's predicament might be seen as karma. He tried to undermine his own sister but almost lost his life because of his beloved stepsister. He got what he deserved! Netizen E: The director summed it up perfectly—they're on the verge of ruin because their hearts are tainted with evil. If they were ordinary people, they wouldn't have ended up in this mess! Netizen F: Even at this point, Miranda still can't admit to her mistakes and insists it's the director's fault, trying to tarnish Elaine and the director. It's truly sickening! Netizen G: F*ck. I used to support her, but looking back now, it's disgusting. When I remember her past behavior in front of the camera, so fake and two-faced, I wonder why I ever liked her! Netizen H: For those who had doubts earlier, it's not your fault. She's exceptionally skilled at creating a persona, and her brother was good at using fake accounts and marketing to promote her. People tend to follow the crowd, and when she received so much praise, it subconsciously made people overlook her flaws. Netizen I: Absolutely, on the internet, there were always people bashing Elaine, claiming her character and private life were terrible, saying her face was the result of plastic surgery. Online trolls and marketing accounts even led the way in calling her ugly, sharing photos taken during scenes where she had to appear intentionally unattractive, spreading videos and posts to discredit her. They even managed to get her voted as one of the "four ugliest women" despite Elaine's stunning looks; she can easily outshine others even without makeup! Netizen J: The power of marketing-driven brainwashing is indeed alarming. Just a simple phrase or a repeated action can turn falsehoods into facts, leading many people to blindly support, criticize, or attack.At that moment, Miranda was in tears, desperately seeking help as she turned to Gavin. She had a pitiful look on her face and pleaded, "Gavin, I've lost everything. You have to help me; you must help me!" Gavin was standing right beside her as she sat on the ground, clutching his pants with her hands. She gazed at him with tear-filled eyes, just as she had in the past when she playfully sought his support. Her tone and manner reminded him of those moments. As Miranda continued to tug at Gavin's pant leg, he finally tore his gaze away from the big screen. He snapped out of his shock and regained his composure. He lowered his head, looking at Miranda who sat at his feet, crying with tears streaming down her face. She seemed so unfairly treated and heartbroken, just like she did in the past when facing hardships. The next moment, Gavin's face twisted with intense anger, and his eyes blazed with fury.