No Way Back by Anna Mac

Chapter 18 An Apology And Compensation

James nodded. “Of course.”

James had recorded their statements and had a copy of the security recording. He had every bit of evidence that he needed. If Dwayne’s and Madelyn’s accusations turned out to be unsubstantiated, Jane had every right to demand compensation.

Madelyn felt an uneasiness stirring in her gut as she eyed the look of bold confidence on Jane’s face.

She had intended to make a dig at Jane and put her in a spot.

She didn’t believe that Jane had 150 thousand dollars and was convinced that Jane had somehow stolen it from the Fowler family.

She insinuated that Jane was a sex worker in an attempt to anger Jane and ruin her reputation.

But Jane had called the cops instead and claimed she hadn’t gotten the money through illegal means with such confidence.

Could Jane possibly have found a way out of getting caught?

“Dwayne, let’s forget about it. Janie is a part of our family. If news about our dispute spreads, it’ll ruin the Fowler family’s reputation. Daddy and Mommy will be so upset.

“Why don’t we..”

While Madelyn wanted to forget about it all, Jane wasn’t prepared to back down.

“Do you think you can escape the consequences of your actions if you back down now? Dwayne, be a man of your word. It’s too late for you to be a coward and back down now.”

The hot–tempered Dwayne lost his cool instantly. “Who are you calling a coward? Sir, go ahead with the investigation. Make sure you’re thorough. Jane couldn’t possibly have earned all that money!”

What an idiot.

Madelyn cursed inwardly.

Jane wasn’t an idiot. She had given the cops complete access to her account details. What did that mean?

It meant that she hadn’t done anything wrong!

If Dwayne had seized the opportunity that Madelyn had given him, used the excuse of avoiding further embarrassment to the Fowler family, and backed down, they could have prevented this entire thing from

blowing up.

But he had killed all chances of doing that with his proclamation.

“Janie, please don’t be upset with us. We were simply worried that you had been led astray…”

“Shut up, Madelyn, and stop calling me ‘Janie.‘ You make me sick!”

Jane’s rebuke had Madelyn snapping her mouth shut instantly. Her eyes began to tear as she lowered her head and hid behind Dwayne.

“Jane!”

Dwayne glared furiously at Jane. If he could, he would tear her apart right this instant.

Jane didn’t care. She wrote down her bank account details and handed the information to James.

The cops had the authority to access confidential information for their investigations. James took the information that Jane had given him, filled in the necessary forms, and submitted them.

Throughout it all, Lila never let go of Jane’s hand. She clutched it tightly as if she could give Jane strength through her touch.

It was as if she were telling Jane silently.

Don’t worry, Janie. You still have me!

Your family may insult and hurt you, but you still have your best friend. I’ll always be by your side.

the darkness and injustice of the

Time passed steadily.

Madelyn grew increasingly flustered.

comparison, Jane and Lila remained calm

did not seem anxious about the outcome of the investigation

made Madelyn panic even

Dwayne but didn’t

didn’t care that she might have to compensate Jane if they

want to apologize

take long before the results of the

returned with a set of

account did come from legitimate

was not

a secret sigh

Jane looked composed.

the source of

the Darknet, but Andy had been the one who handled her payments, and

laundering before transferring the money to Jane’s bank account. Nobody would be

just say? That’s impossible. You must have made a

channels for the investigation. Everything checked out fine. We’re impartial investigators and don’t

“I’ve heard much about your exploits as an international professional fighter. Our government sings praises of you. Please refrain from doing anything that will damage your reputation. Do remember that everything you do

had sworn that he would become the best professional fighter in

felt a sudden chill as realization struck

came to his

couldn’t throw a tantrum and act as impulsively as he had. He had a dream that he needed to achieve, and he could not allow his actions, which reflected on himself, to stand in his own way

Jane manage to earn so much? It seems impossible. She’s just

obtained from the company that Ms.

handed the documents to

read the documents

the best universities in Crucsia His curriculum included classes on fighting techniques, a strict training regimen that trained his physique, and courses on culture. As a member of the Fowler family, he had received the best education one could afford

might have chosen a path different from that of his family

had drawn a quick conclusion from the

was a listed company that was worth tens of

had been working very closely

company had been paying Jane

her, she

at Jane with incredulity

the Fowler family at all. She was competent and rich enough to survive on

call her a successful person with “new money” who had made

was a sophomore at the University of

who knew that would

had more

sent

couldn’t help but stare at

was as if he were seeing her

Madelyn stepped forward.

at gibberish. It was as if she were

on the sons in the family but spoiled

Madelyn was their

pampered Madelyn like a princess and

a decent student. Her successful admission to the University of

had gotten admitted

taken the entrance

she was not exactly your average student who

really no doubt

course, Madelyn was