The Almighty Dominance novel Chapter 51

Chapter 51

“Alex,” Jasmine nudged him urgently.

“Quick, how do I respond? This is the first time in my life someone has called me poor.”

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Alex glanced at her. Jasmine Kingston–the wealthiest heiress in Vancouver–had probably never heard that word directed at her.

“Just smile and say ‘thank you,“” Alex suggested calmly.

“Really?” she asked, eyes wide with feigned innocence.

“Absolutely. When they go low, we go high.”

Jasmine turned back to Chris with a graceful smile.

“Thank you for calling me poor. This is a new experience for me.”

Chris’s face flushed crimson.

He slammed his fist on the table. “Are you dense? When someone calls you poor, you’re supposed to feel insulted, ashamed!”

“Why should I feel that way?” Jasmine replied, tilting her head slightly.

“I’m not poor.”

Chris, barely containing his frustration, threw his hands up. “You really have no brain, do you?”

Jasmine turned to Alex, her gaze curious. “Alex, do you think I have no brain?”

“Not at all. In fact, I think you’re much sharper than they realize.”

Alex said while looking at Chris, he tried to bury Jasmine, but didn’t realize she was a seed of his destruction.

She giggled softly. “I do enjoy conversations with intelligent people like you.”

Just then, the event manager hurried over. He approached Jasmine and handed her two ornate invitation cards. “Miss Jasmine, here are the invitations you requested.”

Chris’s jaw dropped. Sophia and Lyra exchanged bewildered glances.

Kingston invitation cards were incredibly exclusive–how did she obtain them so effortlessly?

“Look, Alex!” Jasmine beamed, waving the invitations playfully. “Now we both have our official invites.”

Chris glared at them, displeasure written all over his face. “What’s there to be proud of? We also have three.”

Jasmine turned to Alex with a mischievous smile.

“You know, it’s not as fun when only one side gets to play. Mind if I take a turn?”

Alex leaned back casually. “Be my guest. They’re not exactly my friends.”

For the first time, a steely glint flashed in Jasmine’s eyes.

The master of ceremonies took the stage, tapping the microphone.

“Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for joining us this evening. Before we begin, it’s my honor to introduce Miss

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Jasmine: Jasmine Kingston, making her first appearance at our annual Vancouver banquet!”

The room fell into a hushed silence, all eyes drawn to Jasmine as she stood, smoothing the folds of her gown with practiced grace.

Alex rose as well, extending his arm. “Care for an escort?”

A warm surge of gratitude spread through her chest. “Why thank you. I never knew you were such a gentleman.” Together, they made their way to the podium, Alex guiding her up the steps with gentle care.

As she took her place at the microphone, Alex returned to s seat, stealing a glance at Chris and Sophia, whose faces had turned ashen with shock.

Sophia’s lips parted in horror as realization struck her–she had just behaved atrociously in front of the very woman whose favor she desperately needed.

Chris, once arrogant and self–assured, now looked as though he’d seen a ghost.

Jasmine began her speech with poised confidence.

“Good evening, esteemed guests. I want to extend my deepest thanks to everyone here tonight. The Kingston family has long held a deep commitment to philanthropy and community development.”

She clicked a remote, and images of impoverished neighborhoods appeared on the large screen behind her. “These are the areas we aim to uplift. Tonight’s banquet is not just about business; it’s about making a real difference.”

After several minutes of explanations, Jasmine continued.

“Now, onto a matter of business that I believe concerns many of you.”

“The Kingston family is seeking a new partner for our upcoming medical production line. We will be selecting one company that aligns with our values and vision.”

The room buzzed with anticipation, whispers filling the air.

Jasmine’s tone shifted, “But before we proceed, I have an important announcement.”

Her eyes briefly found Chris’s, and something like satisfaction gleamed there.

“It has come to my attention that some of you may have visited one of our stores, The Elegance & Co, I need to inform you that yesterday, our general manager, Jerry White–also known as Jerry Roland–was fired by my father. So, let me warn you all: he no longer represents Kingston, and you should be cautious if he tries to sell anything under our name.”

Sophia’s face went pale, her body trembling as she looked Chris.

“Your father was fired yesterday? How could he have taken our $100 million deal?”

Jasmine continued, “We also discovered that Jerry had been abusing his position to help BioHealth Solutions,

owned by the Roland family. This morning, we officially cut all ties with BioHealth.”

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