CHAPTER 48.
The entire room fell into a deep silence as Jolene's eyes widened in shock at my remark. The attorney's eyes also widened slightly, but deep down, I knew he was contemplating his options. Despite the attempts to blackball me and cancel me, the truth remained that my talent in this game was unmatched, and they all knew it. Even Madam Dorothy must have been shocked by how confidently and composedly I was speaking. With each fleeting glance I gave to Jolene's attorney, I could see the fear creeping into his eyes. It's safe to say I am the Beyoncé of attorneys!
A cold sweat broke out across Jolene's forehead as she nervously wiped it away with shaky hands. I observed her anxiously chewing her fingers, feeling the uneven edges against her teeth, but she carefully avoided making ey
