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LUCIEN’S POV

I had been quite uncomfortable with Monica because the conversation had been forced and I was more than happy to hear Alpha Grayson clear his throat as he emerged from wherever he had been. I got to my feet and turned around. He was coming down from the stairs gently and I bowed a little as a sign of formality and respect.

He returned my bow and continued his journey down the stairs that was taking him an unexpectedly long amount of time.

“Daddy you were too late. He’s been here for ages.” Monica whined, suddenly sounding like she was fifteen years younger.

“I’m quite sorry. I had a little issue back upstairs. I hope you aren’t annoyed.” Alpha Grayson said as he approached me.

“It’s all fine.” I assured him and watched him go to sit on a separate sofa.

“I’ve been keeping him company. That’s why he says it’s fine.” Monica said, rolling her eyes and the Alpha laughed while I went back to sitting.

“I guess I do have to thank you for that, and I’m also afraid you would hav