361. Assurance

Ash's POV

I open the door and see Dahlia, poised with her hand raised, about to knock on it.

"Hey, what's up?"

"Luna." She replies with a slight bow.

"You want to see me?" I ask, smiling at her.

"I came to inform you that the old Alpha is back. He's on his way up to see you."

"Oh..."

"Do you want to receive him up here or should I tell him to..."

"No, no, no, up here is fine..." I say, just as Pops appears at the door.

He grins the moment he sees me.

"Luna. Indeed you're back. I came as soon as Timothy informed me you've returned."

"Pops," I say and bow before quickly turning to Dahlia.

"Dahlia, have the maids bring up coffee and..."

"No, that won't be necessary." He interrupts me. "Caffeine is not good for my meds. Besides, It's almost time for dinner. The healer advised I avoid caffeine eight hours before my bedtime to avoid insomnia and promote better sleep quality."

"Oh!..." I say with concern, nodding to Dahlia to leave us.

She bows and exits the room.

"Please Pops, sit down