Chapter 164: The Meeting with Mrs. Woodwell

Jasmine’s heart raced as she approached her mother’s study. The ornate door loomed before her, a symbol of the power and control Mrs. Woodwell wielded over everyone in her life. Jasmine took a deep breath and knocked softly. “Enter,” came the commanding voice from within. Jasmine pushed the door open and stepped inside. Mrs. Woodwell sat behind a massive mahogany desk, her piercing eyes lifting from a stack of papers to scrutinize Jasmine. “Jasmine,” she greeted coolly, gesturing for her to sit. “How did your meeting with Kimberly go?” Jasmine sat down, trying to steady her nerves. “It was… enlightening,” she replied carefully. Mrs. Woodwell raised an eyebrow, her gaze sharp and unyielding. “Enlightening? Do elaborate.” Jasmine swallowed hard, choosing her words with care. “Kimberly said she found the documents in her bag. She was upset, and I told her that Marcus was the one who planted them.” Mrs. Woodwell’s expression remained inscrutable, though Jasmine could see the fli