339. Temper, temper

After the run with my dad, I saw a message on my phone from Elder William Peterson, requesting an urgent meeting with the Council chairman so I didn't get to call and apologize to Alpha Nate until the following morning.

"Thank you, Alpha." He says after listening to my carefully rehearsed speech. "Thank you for understanding the dilemma of a father. I must confess, I never think you would want to make peace with me after what I did. Allow me to apologize for that. Please accept my apologies."

"It's alright. I understand." I reply. "Parents instinctively protect their children from whatever they feel would hurt them. I would do the same if I was in your shoes."

"Thank you for your understanding..." He says for the umpteenth time. "Umm, Alpha, It's understandable if you expect she would return home as soon as possible but I'm afraid that might not be possible..."

"Oh!... Why!?"

My heart sank with disappointment as I asked. Although Eric already guessed this might happen and advised I g