Chapter 80: Could a jackal change its nature?

“What did they say?” André asked exasperated. He wasn’t a nervous person, had never had to wait on anyone, but these things had been making him jumpy for some time now, and he wanted it behind him―sooner rather than later.

“Aldrich will talk to her and let us know. This was not easy for him.”

“Yes, yes. I understand,” he reasoned, sighing into the phone. “You will let me know?”

“Yes, the moment they contact me, but be patient, André. This was not easy for both of them.”

“Yes, of course. I just feel jumpy that’s all.” He sighed again and taking a deep breath, proceeded. “I really am sorry for all the hurt.”

“I know, André, but you need to understand she is battling with this equally. What you all wanted to do to her, first with her parents’ deceit, her father not protecting her, and then of course, you. She still battles with nightmares about that and the after-effects of the lifestyle she grew up in, so it’s a lot of stuff to work through.”