Chapter 23
Bring them to my office, the Political Officer frowned, instructing the guards.]
In the office, Jordan’s parents recounted the entire acceptance letter scheme in detail–bow Maxwell had bribed the clerk, given the fake letter to Vaness, and manipulated jordan into an early marriage
We know we were wrong. We shouldn’t have played favorites or helped vanessa deceive Jordan,” her father wiped his tears. “But Maxwell was the mastermind! 1f be hadn’t approved, nouse of this could have happened:“||
Maxwell stood silently by, listering as these shameful past actions were laid bare, feeling utterly disgraced. ||
He had always believed his plan was flawless, never imagining Jordan’s parents would expose him in such a manner. |
After bearing everything, the Political Officer’s face had darkened in storm clos
He looked at Maxwell, shaking his head in disappointment. “Maxivell, how could you do something like this? This isn’t just a moral falling–its a fundamental breach of principle
Maxwell opened his mouth but found no words.
7 in the face of such damming evidence, any defense would be pathetically hollow.[]
What could he say? Apologize? Explain? In 1
“Considering your previous service record, you wont be detained this time,” the Political Officer sighed heavily “However, disciplinary action is necessary You’ve shown complete disregard for military ethics and abused your position, with extremely negative consequences. I’ll report to headquarters recommending a major dement on your record, and this incident will be circulated as a warning throughout the military district“]
Marwell’s head snapped up in shock.
A major demerin
This meant years of hard work and future prospects potentially destroyed
He wanted to protest but caught the Political Officer’s severe gaze and swallowed his words. []
Having achieved their goal Jordan’s parents stopped their wailing, sitting with bowed heads like two deflated balloons.
They had created this scene partly for redemption and partly to ensure Maxwell paht for his actions, but hearing the actual punishment announced made them somewhat uneasy!
Well we’ll be going now, her father mumbled.]
The Political officer praved dismissively, having descort them out.
Only Maxwell and the Foliocal officer remained in the office
suggest you reflect deeply on this.” the Political Officer potted is shoulder. “Moving forward, ensure your artlona houer your uniforms and your own
Maxwell snapped to attention with a sharp salute, his voice horse: “Yes, sir“]
Learing the office, the sunlight felt harsh and Binding Maxwell fall lee cold despite the warmth
Looking up at the military compound’s sky, the expanse that once seemed limitless now felt like a an enormous cage
The major demerit came swiftly, along with the district wide circulation of his misconduct.]]
Maxwell’s name became a cautionary example throughout the military||
Soldiers who had once respected him nowe woded him, their eyes filled with content and disdain. ||
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His career was ruined. Far from promotion, even maintaining his current position seemed un
Facing those judging stares daily. Maxwell found it more patistul than charging into battle ||
ideanwhile, jordan remained completely unmure of these developments.||
She was busy preparing for final exams. In the library, she immersed herself in books, sunlight streaming through the windows hathing her in golden light ||
Emment at across from her, watching her focused expression with a gende simile playing on his lips-
“Jordan, how are you feeling about the upsing finals?” he asked.]
Jordan looked up, confidence shining in her eyes. “I’m ready, Professor Calloway
Her college hilo hadn’t been diminished by past shadows. Instead, through her own efforts and the support of those around her, it grew increasingly bright||
Her articles were regularly published, her academie performance consistently excellent, making her admired by professors and students alike.||
was now paying a heavy price for his actions.” she had no idea that in a distant military compound, the man who had once controlled her fate was now paying a h
For Jordan, the past was past. Those wounds and betrayals had transformed into nutrients for her growth:||
Her future, rested in her own hands, full of unlimited possibilities||
And Maxwell? He was merely a passerby on her life’s journey, long since left behind
