Chapter 20 - THE FATHER'S FINAL VERDICT
Sitting in a secure federal office overlooking the Potomac River, Jack signed the final witness protection transfer documents.
The Assistant Attorney General slid a formal letter of commendation across the mahogany desk in quiet appreciation.
"Your undercover operation dismantled a thirty-year corruption ring without a single civilian casualty, Jack," the official noted respectfully.
"My only priority was getting my daughter back safely," Jack replied calmly, closing his leather folio.
"What are your plans now? The Department could always use operatives of your caliber," the official offered.
Jack shook his head slowly, thinking of the quiet mountain horizon waiting for them in rural Montana.
"I'm retired for good. Some battles are won best by stepping away from the war," Jack answered with a faint smile.
May you like
He stood up, shaking hands with the official before walking out of the federal building into the bright morning sunshine.
The nation's capital bustled with life, its monuments standing tall under the watchful protection of the American flag.
