CHAPTER SEVENTY FIVE – NEW TERMS OF WORK

As Jasmine disappeared backstage, the thunderous applause reached a crescendo, the audience roaring their approval for the unexpected star of the evening. As Jasmine disappeared through the backstage door, the roar of the crowd still ringing in her ears, she was immediately accosted by a whirlwind of activity. "There she is, the star of the show!" Felicity crowed, materializing out of seemingly nowhere and enveloping Jasmine in a tight hug. "Felicity, what–" Jasmine began, but she was swiftly cut off by the arrival of a flustered-looking Tommy Oliver. "You," he seethed, jabbing an accusatory finger in Jasmine's direction. "Do you have any idea what you've done?" Jasmine opened her mouth to respond, but Felicity beat her to the punch. "Why, she's given your little soiree a much-needed jolt of excitement, that's what!" The eccentric woman beamed, slinging an arm around Jasmine's shoulders. "The people have spoken, Tommy darling – they want more of our Jasmine!" Tommy sputtered ind