Dragons Are Hardheaded

Valerie wasn't usually one for early mornings.

She liked staying up late, going to bed with a mild buzz, and waking up at around noon with the lips of one of her partners somewhere they shouldn't be.

But today, Valerie woke up early to be a filial daughter.

Gulban was still recovering after losing his powers and receiving the divine immortal equivalent of around-the-clock care for senior citizens.

As Valerie slipped into her father's room carrying a tray, she realized that he was already awake.

The old man was still in bed but on his phone and playing Candy Crush.

"Brought you some stuff, Dad," Valerie announced her arrival.

Gulban looked up at his daughter, then the time. "What are you doing up at this godforsaken hour?"

"It's only six a.m. You don't have to be so dramatic... And you're also awake, you know?"