Chapter 28

His demeanour changed instantly because of his words. I hope you’re not uncomfortable with that because, without it, you cannot lay claim on the poor girl.

How is this test going to be done?

We’ll be taking samples from your blood, swaps from your mouth and a few other procedures only the experts can explain to you.

With much trepidation, he said: "Okay. Let’s get on with it." His willingness to undergo the test gave Gyebi an inkling that the man could be Obaa Yaa’s real father, yet one could not rely only on instinct alone at this point because they could fail at any moment. Asabea’s father also had a lengthy chat with Asare and, enthralled by his composure, quickly let his laboratory staff get to work.

“How long am I going to wait for the results?” he asked impatiently.

You’ll have it in two weeks.

That’s a long time to wait.

“Is there anything you’re not telling me?” asked Asabea’s father.

No.