Chapter 6

Evelyn's POV

That night, Gideon stormed back.

As soon as he entered, he slammed a diagnosis of "mild concussion" on the table.

"Mia, you're absolutely unreasonable! Lydia is such a pure and kind girl, and you could actually hurt her? Starting today, you stay in your room and reflect. Without my permission, you're not to step one foot out!"

Mia sat on the sofa holding a cup of coffee, surprisingly calm.

"Gideon, are you sure I pushed Lydia?"

"Of course! If not you, then who? Did Lydia roll down by herself?"

"Perhaps."

I walked forward at the right moment, holding…