Online, netizens were abuzz, speculating about the abrupt shift in Ruby's demeanor. Sharp-eyed users enlarged screenshots, identifying a renowned testing facility's logo on the document Lilah had thrown at Ruby.

"That's a top-tier establishment, known for paternity tests. Given Ruby's reaction, it suggests the child isn't hers," one post read.

Speculations ran rampant.

"Whose child could it be then?" one netizen pondered.

"Could it possibly be Lilah's?"

Someone replied, "Are you out of your mind?"

But another chimed in, "Hear me out. There were rumors a while back about Gerard's son leaving home. My cousin works in that household.

She mentioned the boy returned after learning that Lilah was his biological mother."

"And considering Lilah's reaction earlier-could she truly be the mother of Gerard's son?"

“I remember gossip about Lilah being pregnant out of wedlock five years ago. Things are starting to connect."

“So, Ruby aimed to take both her best friend's child and her husband?"

“Ruby's gone."

As discussions about Ruby's motives took over the Internet, the grim news of her demise spread like wildfire.

The police confirmed that Ruby had been assassinated, with the assailant still at large. The nature of the crime hinted at the possibility of a contract killing.

“Ruby! How could this happen?"

“While I found Ruby detestable, this ending is deeply unsettling."

"Do you think the Harris family could be involved?"

"I doubt it's them. After all, Gerard visited Ruby accompanied by Lilah."

“Perhaps it was someone from the entertainment world? We all know about Ruby's suicide attempt. Could someone have wanted to ensure she went through with it?"

“Regardless of the truth, I hope Ruby finds peace in her next life.”

On the day of Ruby's death confirmation, Lilah paid a visit.

Ruby's parents, both humble workers, were also present. Lilah had previously visited Ruby's home and remembered the warm hospitality of her parents.

Despite Ruby's newfound fame, her parents remained modest in appearance and demeanor.

Unfamiliar with the intricacies of the online world, they remained oblivious to the recent animosity between their daughter and Lilah.