She made some risky investments and 'in consequence' [='consequently'] lost a lot of money. = She lost a lot of money 'in consequence' of some risky investments.
Hundreds of people became sick 'as a consequence' [='as a result'] of the poor sanitary conditions.
The outcome of the election will be of little 'consequence' (to me). [=will not matter much to me]
(..) Fuck the contract, I think its a little redundant don't you? So then the rules are redundant too? - No. The rules stand. - And what if I break them? - Then there'll be consequences. - Punishment? Yes. - Why do you want to punish me? - Ana. Why do you want to hurt me? (..)2015 Fifty Shades of Grey