Alan was shocked to see Cane there, but he didn't recognize Iris immediately, because the last time he met her, he only caught a glimpse of her and she was much younger.
On the other hand, Cane also didn't expect to see him here when he told Will to find out more about his intentions to come to the black market, but as it turned out, he could figure it out himself.
He came looking for the guild master as well, but for what item?
"You? What are you doing here?" Alan glared at Cane, as if he was his enemy. Though they were not on speaking terms, knowing that this alpha was in control of the mines in the south and the royal family wouldn't get any benefits out of it anymore, he was deeply unhappy.
However, after seeing Alan was there, Cane simply ignored him. He didn't offer him any greeting or other respectful gestures. The norms that you should follow whenever you see a member of the royal family.