Netizen J: Wow, that self-righteousness is blinding! I might need sunglasses to handle all this sanctimoniousness! Netizen K: LOL! Can we really consider Gavin's misdeeds minor? They seem serious enough to land someone in jail. Can we still label them as minor? Netizen L: When you respond to resentment with kindness, how should you respond to kindness? Netizen M: Elaine gave Gavin a chance, even saving his life without holding any grudges. Yet, all she received in return was twice the hostility and insults. There's no need for her to grant him another chance! Netizen N: It seems like the do-gooders didn't pay attention to what the reporters said earlier. If Gavin were truly upright and kind-hearted, no amount of instigation from Miranda should have pushed him to commit such a malicious act against Elaine. The fact that he was willing to inflict such severe harm on Elaine based on someone else's words reveals that he might not have a good heart after all. Netizen O: Absolutely, I mean, who in their right mind would actually take someone's life just because they were told to? Even if it were your own father making the request, a sane person wouldn't comply, right? The viewers in the livestream were becoming increasingly rowdy as they engaged in a heated argument. Meanwhile, at the site, Gavin turned to Elaine with a sincere gaze and spoke with a remorseful expression. “Elaine, I genuinely apologize for the pain I've caused you. I'll do my best to make amends in the future. Can you find it in your heart to forgive me and give me a chance to make things right?” All eyes at the scene shifted towards Elaine. Elaine fixed a cold stare on Gavin. “If you've done something wrong, then face the consequences and go to jail. There's no need to come begging to me. Also, I severed my connections with the Grant family a long time ago. So, please be mindful of what you say and stop disgusting me.” Gavin's body went rigid, and the spark in his eyes slowly faded. It was as if his very soul had been drained, leaving him completely lost and dispirited. “Elaine, I...” He yearned to say more, but when he met Elaine's icy and pitiless stare, all his words got stuck in his throat, rendering him unable to utter a single word. Following Miranda and Gavin's judgment, the reporters shifted their focus to Janice, Xavier, and Jett. “Janice, even in that difficult situation, Elaine extended her help to you by providing food and showing kindness when you were in need. Can you clarify why, later on, you chose to betray Elaine by purposefully distorting the truth on camera and harming her reputation? Are you aware of the potential consequences Elaine might have to face if your actions successfully defame her?” “If your efforts to tarnish her reputation succeed, Elaine might find herself facing imprisonment, as you've all accused her of murder. Even if Gavin didn't die, it could still be viewed as attempted murder. Is this how you chose to repay her kindness?” “Xavier, do you think a business opportunity holds greater value than someone's innocence?” “Jett, your achievements have already reached impressive heights. If you continued to pursue your goals with patience, you could still have a chance to shine on the international stage. Why would you jeopardize your integrity for a small and fleeting gain?” “Do the three of you really have no sense of gratitude towards Elaine?” “What do you have to say about your own actions of betraying Elaine?” “Were you aware that when Elaine generously shared her food with all of you, it led the viewers to forgive the times when the three of you, along with Gavin and Miranda, had bullied Elaine? This was a golden opportunity to redeem your reputation and potentially enhance your fame and status through the show. Unfortunately, you all made the wrong decisions.” “If you consistently stray from the right path, it means you lack a moral compass by nature. This is why you find yourself on the wrong track repeatedly. It was only thanks to Elaine's efforts that you managed to appear on the right path temporarily.” “Your careers in the entertainment industry might be over in the future. Is there anything you'd like to share?” Faced with the barrage of questions posed by the reporters, Janice, Xavier, and Jett had despair written all over their faces, unable to summon the courage to even lift their heads.They regretted their actions, but unfortunately, it was too late. With a thud, Janice dropped to her knees, sobbing uncontrollably and saying through tears, “Elaine, I'm truly sorry. I couldn't find the courage to stand up to the Grants, and my own greed clouded my judgment. Colluding with Miranda and Gavin to damage your reputation was a terrible mistake. I apologize for betraying your kindness...” Xavier and Jett couldn't let go of their pride and were too stubborn to kneel like Janice did. Instead, they hung their heads, avoiding eye contact with Elaine. “Elaine, I'm sorry. I'm willing to make amends. Can you find it in your heart to forgive me?” Xavier said. Jett chimed in, “Back then, I thought that even if I didn't agree, Miranda and Gavin wouldn't spare you. As your relatives, their mere words held enough influence to sway the beliefs of netizens. Even if I hadn't contributed to the situation, your reputation would still have been affected. However, if I had voiced my support for them, it wouldn't have made your situation any worse, and I could have pursued the opportunity I've always wanted... So, in the heat of the moment, I made a hasty decision to go along with their request and helped them damage your reputation. I've carried the burden of guilt for a while, feeling sorry for what happened to you. I understand that the consequences I'm dealing with now are the result of my own actions. So, I won't ask for your forgiveness, but I'm committed to making amends. Please give me a chance to do so.” Elaine crossed her arms and responded with a chilly tone, “I won't accept your apology, and I won't forgive any of you.”Their faces turned pale instantly, their bodies swaying for a moment before they lowered their heads even further, overwhelmed by a mix of regret and shame. Netizen A: Elle handled it brilliantly! When it comes to people who've hurt you, there's no need to forgive them! Netizen B: I love Elle so much. She never disappoints! Netizen C: Why should someone expect forgiveness simply by admitting their fault and apologizing after causing harm and wrongdoing? Forgiveness should not come easily. They should confront their inner guilt and remorse on their own! Netizen D: I think Elaine is a bit unforgiving. In life, people should be more forgiving, especially women. They should be more understanding and not dwell on someone's minor mistakes. Netizen E: What Jett said does make sense. Both Miranda and Gavin clearly intended to tarnish Elaine's reputation. Even if he didn't support them, the outcome wouldn't have been any different. We shouldn't blame him for that. Netizen F: I think that even though Xavier and Jett made mistakes, they shouldn't be considered beyond forgiveness. They deserve a second chance. Elaine may be too narrow-minded. Who would want to marry someone so petty? Netizen G: Wow, you have such a generous spirit. I hope that the people you meet from now on are as kind as them. And remember, Elle doesn't need you to marry her, so please stop meddling in her personal matters!At the scene, the reporters turned their cameras toward Elaine, and the focus of the questions finally shifted to her. "Elaine, is there anything you'd like to share regarding the recent events?" "Will you ever forgive Gavin?" "What have you been doing during your time away from your family? Why are you so skilled at fighting?" "Is your mental state okay?" Elaine had remained composed all along, but when someone questioned her mental state, her expression instantly darkened. She shot a cold, piercing look downward, locking her sharp eyes onto the reporter who had questioned her mental state. With intentional emphasis, she declared, "My mental state is absolutely fine. I'm in good spirits every day! As for anything else, there isn't much more I can add. I've already said what is necessary." The reporters were eager to ask more questions. However, Elaine was becoming impatient. She turned to James and asked, "Did you get the cutter?" Meeting Elaine's gaze, James involuntarily flinched. He could sense that Elaine was becoming increasingly impatient, and if he delayed any longer, she might erupt once more. James nodded swiftly and responded, "Yes, I have. I'll have someone bring it up right away."He promptly instructed the staff to bring up the cutter and the metal boxes containing the phones. Following that, he identified the metal box with Elaine's name and then used the cutter to open it, revealing a phone inside the box. Elaine walked over and took her phone out. James handed her a power bank and said, "Your phone might have run out of battery. Here's a power bank for you." Elaine accepted the power bank, connected the charging cable to her phone, and then hopped off the stage, making her exit. Instantly, the reporters swarmed over, rushing toward Elaine without delay. "Elaine, would you be willing to offer us an exclusive interview?" "Elaine, please don't go just yet. We have more questions we'd like to ask you!" The reporters swiftly encircled Elaine, closing in on her from all sides, making it difficult for her to move. Numerous microphones were thrust in her direction, almost engulfing her. Elaine tried her best to maintain her composure, her brows furrowed as she spoke. "Please make way. I won't be accepting any interviews. I've already said what I wanted to share." However, the reporters were still unwilling to let her go.Elaine was currently a trending topic, and any content featuring her name had the potential to go viral. With footage and interviews featuring her, the potential for generating internet traffic was immeasurable. Even if Elaine chose to remain silent, they were determined to keep her close and capture more footage. Elaine tried to push her way through, but the sheer number of reporters made it impossible. No matter how strong she was, she couldn't break through the human wall formed by so many of them. "Now, you have a global audience with significant numbers of viewers. Not only do you have fan clubs in the country, but there are also fan clubs in many foreign countries. Is there anything you'd like to say to your dedicated fans? It's been said that you can easily communicate with monkeys and yellow-throated martens in the forest. Do you have any techniques for this? Can you understand what animals are saying?" "It's been mentioned that the Animal Language Research Association is eager to engage with you, in the hopes of discussing your experiences in communicating with animals. Would you consider sharing your insights with them?" "Elaine, what led to your exceptional skill in this field?" "Besides what you've showcased on the show, do you have any other surprises or talents that we're unaware of?" Elaine listened to the reporters' questions, her face devoid of emotion.Then, unexpectedly, she began to convulse. Her face contorted, her eyes rolled back, her tongue swayed, and she emitted a series of unsettling shrieks, roars, and eerie laughter. With a loud thud, she collapsed straight to the ground. She kept convulsing, rolling, and writhing on the ground. After some time, she flipped over and started moving on all fours in a manner that exuded an eerie and peculiar vibe, resembling some unearthly creature. "Ah!" Terrified, the reporters screamed and dispersed, scampering away in all directions. In the midst of the chaos, Elaine seized the opportunity and swiftly crawled out of the banquet hall. Everyone was rendered speechless. Once she had made her way out, she stood up, her once contorted face now bearing a composed and indifferent expression. Glancing back at the stunned crowd behind her, she felt an inner sense of tranquility. Indeed, madness can sometimes serve as the most potent tool to confront the world.