CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND SEVENTEEN – THE AGENT TAKES HIS SHARE

Jasmine recoiled, her heart pounding in her ears as the full scope of Sebastian's treachery unfolded before her. "An opportunity? You destroyed my life, my career, for what? Money?" Sebastian's gaze was unwavering, his eyes devoid of remorse. "Of course. What else matters in this world?" Gordon's jaw tightened, his fury radiating off him in waves. "You're a cancer, Sebastian. A festering blight that preys on the vulnerable." A flicker of amusement danced across Sebastian's features. "Such melodrama. I merely facilitated a mutually beneficial arrangement." Jasmine's breath caught in her throat, a sickening realization dawning upon her. "You want a cut. From whatever settlement Adrian demands." Sebastian's smile was razor-sharp, his eyes glinting with avarice. "Clever girl. I always knew you had potential." Jasmine's stomach churned, revulsion and anger warring within her. "You're despicable," she spat, her voice laced with venom. Sebastian merely shrugged, his nonchalance a stark