Maxwell had no idea what to do. He was irritated beyond words about what happened with Emelisse last night and, at the same time, extremely curious about Jacques and visiting him. What did he mean by calling him their protector? What protector? Maybe all the answers he was looking for lie with him? It was evidently clear that all the books he read were a huge waste of time because whatever Jacques said last night felt like he was speaking in some distinct language.
He had no clue about what he was, any more than the fact that he was a human who at the same time could turn into an animal. But clearly there was much more. And he needed to know how much more, he needed to know everything. Maybe he could also give him some important insights that might help him move forward with Emelisse? May
