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.

fend off the darkness and injustice

Time passed steadily.

Madelyn grew increasingly flustered.

comparison, Jane and Lila

the

Madelyn

something to Dwayne but didn’t know what to

care that she might have to compensate Jane if they had

she didn’t want to apologize

take long before the results of the investigation were

returned with a

the money in Ms. Jane Fowler’s bank account did come from legitimate sources and had nothing to do with the Fowler

outcome was

secret sigh of

Jane looked composed.

exactly how legitimate the source of her

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

would have done the necessary laundering before transferring the

you just say? That’s impossible. You must have

calm down. We went through the proper channels for the investigation. Everything checked out fine. We’re impartial investigators and don’t side with

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 reflects not

become the best professional fighter in the world. His

sudden chill as

to his senses

he needed to achieve, and he could not allow his actions, which reflected on himself, to

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

with us and the confirmation that we’ve obtained from the company

the

the documents His

one of 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 for elites since

a path different from that of his family members, he shared their sharp sense

had drawn a quick conclusion from the

was a listed company that was worth

company’s accounts, Jane had been working very closely with

the company had been paying Jane handsomely

paying her, she could definitely afford a Porsche

stared at Jane with incredulity in

She was competent and rich

even call her a successful person with

a sophomore at the University

who knew that would

sister had more to her than

sent Dwayne

but stare at

he were seeing her through new

Madelyn stepped forward.

at gibberish. It was as if

Fowlers were tough on the sons in the

didn’t help that Madelyn was their only daughter who had been

a princess and allowed

the University of Oricle proved she was

student who had gotten admitted

taken the entrance examinations like

exactly your average student who excelled in

no doubt

was