CHAPTER FIVE HUNDRED AND EIGHTY – TAKEN OUT OF THE EQUATION

"It's done," she said when he answered. "Alejandro's been taken care of." Marco's voice was filled with pride and relief. "You did good, Jasmine. I'm on my way to the studio now. We'll figure out our next steps together." As Jasmine ended the call, she looked around her office, at the dreams and plans that had so nearly been destroyed. But instead of feeling defeated, she felt a new sense of strength and determination. She had faced betrayal and deception, and she had come out stronger. With Marco by her side and the truth finally revealed, Jasmine knew she could face whatever challenges lay ahead. As she waited for Marco to arrive, Jasmine began to sketch out plans for the studio's future. No more shady investors, no more compromises. From now on, Savant Studios would stand on its own merits, a testament to her vision and her resilience. When Marco walked through the door a short while later, Jasmine met him with a fierce embrace. "I love you," she whispered. "Thank you for never