Following the Superb Entertainment announcement, Evangeline received increased online criticism. Many people assumed she had pushed Pamela, resulting in Pamela's death.
One netizen commented, "Evangeline is such a bitch. She cost Pamela a role that could have marginally increased her popularity. Evangeline killed Pamela just as she was overcoming hardship. Evangeline needs to be fatally shot."
Another wrote, "I feel pity for Pamela. She lived with her mother since childhood, and now she's been killed at a young age, leaving her seriously ill mother behind."
A user responded, "How can her mother accept this?"
Another commenter stated, "I thought Evangeline had proven herself a worthy fan, withstanding criticism from the seven-day hidden livestream and having no negative rumors. I never expected this."
A netizen commented, "Compared to this, Meghan's and others' mistakes are insignificant."
Another netizen cursed, "Evangeline, go to hell!"
A commenter scolded, "A vicious woman has no place in this world!"
Two hours later, Hofcaster Police Station issued a notice: "At 12:35 p.m. today in Hofcaster, a fatal fall occurred at the Grand Vista Hotel. The deceased, Ms. Lynch, died immediately after falling from the 18th-floor balcony. It has been verified that Ms. Lynch had a conflict with Ms. Castillo. Ms. Castillo claims that while walking down the hallway, Ms. Lynch appeared unexpectedly and stabbed her with a knife. Ms. Lynch then ran to the balcony and jumped over the guardrail without looking back after Ms. Castillo kicked her away. Ms. Castillo immediately reported this to us. A dagger with Ms. Lynch's fingerprints was found at the scene. Further evidence gathering is hampered due to damage to the hotel corridor surveillance cameras. Ms. Castillo is detained for further investigation. Further information will be released in a subsequent police report."
One user commented, "Is an investigation necessary? Pamela went to Evangeline to settle a score, and Evangeline, in a fit of rage, shoved Pamela off the building. No investigation needed!"
A netizen voiced doubt, "The timing of the surveillance camera damage was perfect. Or perhaps Evangeline had someone destroy the evidence?"
A user cursed, "Evangeline is a maniac. Go to hell!"
Meanwhile, at the police station, when Arthur and others attempted to secure Evangeline's release on bail, the police explained, "This case has garnered significant attention and impact. Evangeline cannot be released on bail due to the reporters gathered outside. Otherwise, public confidence in the police will be undermined."
Sullenly, Arthur retorted, "There's no proof Evangeline pushed her. Will internet opinion be the sole reason for her imprisonment?"
The police responded, "There's also no evidence proving Evangeline didn't push her. She is the primary suspect and is being held legally and reasonably."
Gloomy, Arthur clenched his fists.
"We should go back," Steven proposed, tugging Arthur's sleeve. "Helping Evangeline now is unwise. Not only will the police face public doubt, but Evangeline will face more cyberbullying if released on bail."
Hugo added, "He's right. Her being unable to see online opinions is beneficial."
Steven patted Arthur's shoulder. "Let's go. Let's find evidence. If we find proof, Evangeline will be saved."
Arthur pursed his lips and turned to the police officer, "I want to see Evangeline."
The police officer granted his request.
After all, Evangeline was only a suspect, not convicted.
Though composed, Evangeline's eyes held contemplation. She didn't react to Arthur's entrance. He stood motionless, unsure what to say.
Suddenly, a policewoman rushed in, exclaiming joyfully, "Evangeline, you're innocent!"
Evangeline looked confused. 'Proven innocent out of nowhere? Only Pamela and I were there. The cameras were damaged. How can I be innocent?'
The policewoman smiled. "You're lucky. We received a video from a child showing Pamela attacking you, then jumping from the building."
Still perplexed, Evangeline asked, "How?"
The policewoman continued, "Let's go. I'll take you to the child. You can ask him."
Arthur accompanied Evangeline to a reception room. A familiar boy, about ten years old, was there.
Excitedly, the boy ran to Evangeline. "Evangeline, nice to meet you again! Did I do you a big favor? Can you record me crawling with you? I want to show my classmates!" Evangeline was speechless.
The boy continued, "Evangeline! I was so happy to see you yesterday I forgot to take pictures or videos. I told my classmates I saw you and crawled in front of you, but they didn't believe me."
Evangeline recalled meeting him at Amusement Villa the previous day.
"Why do you have the video?" she asked.
The boy explained, "My classmate said my crawling was bad, so I practiced secretly. I had lunch at the hotel with my parents. Before the food came, I saw a long hallway and practiced crawling, recording myself with my mom's phone. My mom called me before I finished and I put the phone in a plant. She couldn't find it later, and I found the video. After seeing the online news, I asked my mom to report the truth to the police."
Proudly, the boy added, "I helped!"
Evangeline patted his head. "Thank you. You were a huge help."
"Can you crawl with me?" the boy asked.
Evangeline agreed.
The boy was excited to record immediately.
"Evangeline, let's upload the video online," a policeman interrupted.
"Can we wait?" Evangeline asked.
The policeman was perplexed. "Why? Angry netizens will attack you if we don't. Don't you want to clear your name?"
Evangeline narrowed her eyes. "I want to investigate further…"
She suspected Pamela's death was premeditated. If she revealed the truth, the mastermind would be alerted.
The policeman shook his head. "I can't allow that. If I let you go without revealing the truth, it will cause societal turmoil."
Evangeline thought, "I can leave quietly. I won't reappear."
The police officers hesitated, then agreed. "Fine. But we can't hide it for long. We need to close the case quickly." Evangeline nodded. "Understood. If you don't hear from me in a week, announce it publicly."
Evangeline didn't leave immediately. She asked Arthur to send someone for men's clothes and a disguise kit. While waiting, she recorded a crawling video with the boy.
Afterward, she got the boy's mother's WhatsApp and transferred $1 million she earned the night before.
She always separated gratitude from grudges; repaying gratitude while exacting wrath. The boy's mother declined, but Evangeline insisted.
Arthur's assistant, Gerald, arrived with the disguise kit. Evangeline changed into men's clothes, applied makeup, and widened her nose and cheeks, tanning her skin. She walked past the reporters unnoticed.
Back at the mansion, Evangeline checked online opinions. The previous praise had turned into harsh criticism. She saw Edward's Twitter post stating he would atone for his sister's actions, caring for Pamela's mother for life. It was met with praise.
One user wrote, "Mr. Gallagher is so kind. Evangeline didn't treat him as family, insulting his family on the show. How can he clean up her mess?"
Another commented, "While watching Jungle Survival, I was prejudiced against the Gallagher family. Now I realize I was narrow-minded. I didn't expect him to be such a good person!"
A netizen stated, "If one person dislikes Evangeline, it's their problem. But if the whole family dislikes her, it's her problem. Why didn't I understand that before!"
Another user replied, "The Gallaghers must understand Evangeline's personality. She's selfish and wicked, and must have harmed them, causing their dislike."
A netizen responded, "I feel sorry for the Gallagher family… Fortunately, the malicious woman was arrested!"
A commenter wrote, "Support Mr. Gallagher! I'll continue supporting Superb Entertainment's celebrities and works for Mr. Gallagher!"
A user praised, "Mr. Gallagher is so kind and handsome!"