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Micah's complexion turned ghostly white as she vigorously shook her head, tears cascading down her cheeks. Her voice quivered with urgency. "I'm innocent! You can't take me into custody. I'll reveal everything."

"The truth is, Sheila didn't start the fire, but I'm clueless about who did! I only intended to pin the blame on her."

"My sole aim was to make Denver loathe her entirely. I swear I have no idea how Sheila met her end."

She clung to Denver's arm, weeping uncontrollably. "All I wanted was for you to end your marriage and pledge to wed me!"

Denver shoved her away forcefully, causing her to stumble backward. His tone was icy with revulsion. "You're out of your mind! Even if Sheila had ignited the fire, I'd never leave her. I'd remain by her side, supporting her through redemption!"

The live broadcast descended into pandemonium.

"This woman is utterly wicked. She deserves incarceration!"

"What a manipulator. Denver clearly dislikes her, yet she shamelessly pursues him."