Andrew smiled warmly. "Fran, you've really thought this through. What does Mr. Aicker think about it?"

Francesca nodded. "Grandpa agreed, but he asked me to check with you first. The Moonlit Apothecary is yours, after all. He doesn't want to come here uninvited and cause trouble."

He continued, "He's also worried people might start gossiping that the Aickers are trying to take over your medical center."

Andrew's expression turned serious. "If Mr. Aicker feels that way, he's being way too p