Evelyn connected the dots swiftly. "So you had Julian use recording equipment linked to us. It wasn't just for clear evidence, but also to switch the feed to the police at the right moment. They could intervene immediately and catch them in the act."

Alexander chuckled and affectionately ruffled her hair. "You're brilliant, my love."

Evelyn blushed at the compliment but brushed it aside. "You're exaggerating."

He planted a kiss on her cheek. "The arrests are made. We have compelling evidence. It won't be long before your name is publicly cleared."

As Alexander predicted, events unfolded seamlessly.

News of Cassandra's arrest spread like wildfire online.

A frenzy erupted.

Cassandra's loyal fans stormed social media, outraged. "Why arrest Cassandra? Police brutality!" "This is an outrage! I'm reporting this illegal arrest!" "The Crestwood PD needs to explain!" "How could they arrest someone so kind?" "I can't imagine her fear. What did she even do?" "She has no powerful backing, yet she's always targeted."

The overwhelming public outcry forced the police, who had planned a quiet investigation, to disclose case details.

The revelations sent shockwaves through the online community.

"Wait, Cassandra orchestrated the plagiarism scandal? She put Julian up to it?"

"It wasn't just Julian—Cassandra even bribed Genevieve Prescott, the designer at Aethelgard Industries, to frame Evelyn."

"This is like a thriller plot twist! The innocent one was the real schemer."

"Cassandra went so far as to bribe Nathanial, Evelyn's boss, to destroy evidence."

"Evelyn uncovered the plot by spotting her own signature, thwarting their entire plan. Cornered, Cassandra tried to silence Julian."

"Does that mean she contemplated murder? Did she really go that far?"

"Thank God the police intervened. A reputation can be fixed, a life cannot."

"How could Cassandra discuss murder so casually? Has she done this before? It's terrifying."

"This ordeal lasted so long, and Cassandra was behind it all? She's pure evil!"

"Those brainwashed fans who attacked Evelyn owe her an apology! You defended a criminal."

Cassandra's career ground to a halt.

Production companies and brands associated with her scrambled to sever ties, terminating contracts and issuing statements to distance themselves, while also pursuing damages.

The scandal's magnitude brought unprecedented scrutiny to law enforcement.

Genevieve and Nathanial, as accomplices, were fired from Aethelgard Industries. The company's official account issued a public apology.

"We sincerely apologize to our designer, Evelyn Blackwood. Protecting her was our duty, and we failed. We commit to enhanced oversight to prevent recurrence..."

The most astonishing part was the signature at the bottom—it was from the legendary, reclusive founder of Aethelgard Industries himself.