Chapter 8

Lirvain, Erovia. Tessa had just stepped out of the car when the sight before her made her draw in a breath. Edison had told her in the car that his family was just slightly above average, nothing too over the top. He also said she didn't need to feel intimidated. But what kind of family lived in a freaking castle? It was only then that she realized what it truly meant for the Lockmere family to be at the top of high society. A cold gust of wind blew by, and she couldn't help but shiver. Edison immediately shrugged off his coat and draped it over her shoulders. She thanked him softly, and he went on to unwrap his scarf and bundle her up even tighter. He gently patted her head and smiled. "You're so cute." Then he took her hand and led her inside the castle. "Taylor, could you light the fireplace?" he called out. The moment the fire roared to life, Tessa felt a wave of warmth envelope her. Suddenly, Edison kneeled down and naturally began taking off her shoes. She was caught of