No Way Back

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.

darkness and injustice of the world for

Time passed steadily.

Madelyn grew increasingly flustered.

and Lila remained calm

about the outcome

made Madelyn panic

something to Dwayne

to compensate Jane if

didn’t want to

long before the results of

returned with a set

did come from legitimate sources and had nothing to do with

was not

secret sigh of

Jane looked composed.

exactly how legitimate the source

taken jobs on the Darknet, but Andy had been the one who handled her payments, and Andy’s capabilities

necessary laundering before transferring the money to Jane’s bank account.

That’s impossible. You must have

down. We went through the proper channels for the investigation. Everything checked out fine. We’re

as an international professional fighter. Our government sings praises of you. Please refrain from doing anything that will damage your reputation.

that he would become the best professional fighter

a sudden chill as

to his senses

impulsively as he had. He had a dream that he needed to achieve, and he could not allow his actions, which

did Jane manage to earn so much? It

obtained from the company that Ms. Fowler provided her services to, she has been providing services to a listed company in

handed the

the documents His

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

that of his family members, he shared their sharp sense regarding financing

drawn a quick conclusion

company was a listed company that was

had been

addition, the company had

paying her, she could

stared at Jane with

She was

her a successful person with “new money”

a sophomore at the University of Oricle

that would be utterly

more to her

revelation sent Dwayne

but stare at

if he were seeing her through

Madelyn stepped forward.

herself staring at gibberish. It was as if

Fowlers were tough on the sons in the family but

Madelyn was their only daughter who had been

like a princess and allowed her

was a decent student. Her successful admission to the University of

student who had gotten admitted to the college based

entrance

she was not exactly your average student who excelled in

really no doubt about

course, Madelyn was no idiot

one thing for