To worsen matters, he was right. According to the contract, Tyler had no authority to refuse.

Hearing this, Sarah too succumbed to fury. She pointed an accusatory finger at Jasper and exclaimed with fervor, “Aren't you afraid that we'll terminate our contracts due to your actions?”

Jasper casually shrugged, a nonchalant demeanor adorning his face.

"I couldn't care less about that. After all, the company has no use for disobedient dogs. But if you wish to terminate the contract, be prepared to pay the ten-million-dollar penalty. Only then can you terminate it!"

A ten-million-dollar penalty was no trifling matter for anyone. Sarah's face flushed with anger at Jasper's shameless attitude.

“You despicable creature!" Sarah was poised to continue her rebuke, but Ariana intervened.

Realizing that Jasper was explicitly targeting her and her artists, Ariana deduced that he must be seeking something from her.

“What do you want?" Ariana asked directly.

Seeing Ariana's comprehension, Jasper’s smile widened, and he regarded her with a profound gaze. He waved his hand, dismissing Sarah and Donna, and uttered, "For now, you two can Leave. I have a private discussion to engage in with my dear Ariana."

Upon hearing Jasper address her as “dear”, a shudder of repulsion coursed through Ariana's veins, leaving her overwhelmed by a nauseating disgust.

In the past, Jasper would inadvertently let slip his repugnant thoughts in Theodore's presence, but now, believing Theodore to be dead, he shamelessly flaunted his desires, unabashed and unapologetic!

Donna, ever the obedient one, promptly prepared to exit the room as instructed. However, Sarah, driven by her unwavering concern, firmly clung to Ariana's hand, her gaze filled with a mixture of worry and determination.

"Ariana, I'm not going anywhere! That despicable man must be up to something as evil as his soul!"

Ariana comprehended Sarah's apprehension, but she knew that their options were Limited at the moment. Also, she had her own plans!

“No need to worry, everything will be fine. Trust me," Ariana reassured Sarah, her touch gentle as she patted her hand.

"Besides, we are still within the walls of the company. He wouldn't dare cross the boundaries."

With Ariana's persuasive words echoing in her mind, Sarah reluctantly retreated from the room, her steps sluggish and Laden with reluctance.

Initially, Sarah had intended to station herself near the doorway, ready to intervene if the need arose. However, Jasper exchanged a knowing glance with Donna.

Donna, catching the signal, addressed Sarah in a cold, detached tone, “Sarah, come with me. There's something I need to discuss with you."

Asserting her dominance, Donna firmly grasped Sarah's arm and guided her away from the office. When the office was empty, Jasper wasted no time. He swiftly approached the door, ensuring it was firmly closed and securely locked.