The next plot

★★★★★

“Good grace,” Cindy said with a bitter laugh, “you’ve walked straight into the path of hell and dragged us all with you.”

Layla’s shoulders slumped further as Cindy’s words pierced through her desperation. “Damon will find out within the hour,” Cindy continued, her voice dripping with contempt. “And when he does, he’ll choke the life out of you with his bare hands.”

“Then what should I do?” Layla’s voice trembled, her eyes pleading for a solution. “I thought you might have some ideas or at least be willing to help me.”

Cindy’s smirk widened, her eyes gleaming with cruel amusement. “We can sell Jasmine out of the country. This way, you’ll be freed from Harley’s demands, and she’ll no longer be a thorn in your side.”

Layla’s heart raced with fear. “Sell her out of the country? How am I supposed to manage that?”

Cindy’s gaze was cold and calculating. “That’s not your concern. What matters is luring Jasmine to a place where she will be alone. You need to offer her something she