Protection

Lavina - POV

I couldn't sleep at all. I've been alert, waiting for the Stalker to reply, but no message arrived. Who could be this new nuisance trying to bother me? As I glanced at the clock and saw it was 6:00 AM, I decided to try to catch some sleep before getting ready for work, where I needed to review the budget for the recently signed film project.

However, I woke up in a panic at 8:30 AM, realizing I was late. I quickly freshened up and dressed formally, hurrying out of my room to make it to the finance team meeting.

"Good morning," Grandpa's voice startled me as I was about to leave. He offered me a sandwich and juice, but I craved coffee.

"I need coffee to survive," I told him. Grandpa just gave me a stern look, clearly not approving.

"No coffee for you, Lavi," Grandpa said firmly. "I spoke with Alice, and she mentioned the doctor's orders to stick to specific foods due to your health. Unfortunately, coffee isn't on the list." I sighed deeply, wondering how I'd survive the n