Chapter 48

The dark and damp room felt increasingly claustrophobic as Jasmine struggled, trying to free herself from Danzell's grasp. Her breath was ragged, her chest heaving rapidly, while her legs continued to kick desperately in an attempt to reach freedom. However, Danzell, with his patience wearing thin, decided to take drastic action.

"Listen, Jasmine! Listen!" Danzell shouted as he grabbed ropes and cloth. In an instant, he bound Jasmine's hands and feet, then gagged her with the cloth to ensure she stayed quiet.

Jasmine's eyes widened, filled with deep hatred. She tried to break free, but the bonds were too tight. Her body trembled between anger and fear. Danzell sighed deeply, then sat in front of her.

"You forced me to do this, Jasmine," he said, his voice calm but firm. "I didn't want to, but you have to listen to my explanation."

Jasmine could only glare at him sharply, her mouth tightly sealed by the cloth. Slowly, Danzell began to speak, his eyes staring into the distance as if rec