Kate stood up to take her leave, insisting that Mr. Fanny take the money, which she never wanted to take.

“Have a seat, daughter. We are not done yet,” Mr. Fanny commanded and Kate sat down and rolled her eyes at him in such a way that showed that she was nagging inwardly.

“Oh dad. I don’t need this money. I am not in dire need of money right now. I am contented with the little I have got. Besides, how did you make such money while in jail?”

His jaw sagged, as he ...