Chapter 16. Preparations

Lola entered Edgar’s study cautiously, still feeling a mixture of trepidation and curiosity. It had been several days since the incident, and she hadn’t seen Edgar during that time. The memory of their last encounter, with Edgar fixing her injury and their conversation about trust, lingered in her mind.

As she stepped into the study, the room welcomed her with a warm ambiance. Soft lighting illuminated the shelves filled with books and artifacts. Edgar, seated behind his desk, greeted her with a warm smile.

“Lola, please come in,” he said, gesturing to a comfortable chair opposite him. “I hope you’re feeling better.”

Lola took a seat, feeling a sense of unease dissipate as she settled into the chair. She noticed a steaming cup of tea placed before her and took a grateful sip, relishing the comforting warmth that spread through her body.

“Thank you, my lord,” she replied, her voice still tinged with a touch of apprehension. “I am feeling better, both physicall