Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

Grandpa Fontaine shook hands with Ezequiel,

Dakota, and the others, saying, "I never thought I'd see you all again. You cheated me so many times back in the day, I'll never forget it. Even if you turned to ashes, I'd still recognize you."

Ezequiel laughed and replied, "Cheating? You came to us for favors but didn't want to pay. Did you expect us to work for free?"

"Mr. Fontaine, you're a good man, but nothing comes for free," he added.

Grandpa Fontaine chuckled and said, "Let's not talk about money. You tricked me plenty of times-I got caught in your traps more than once."

are the leaders of the Five Emperors Hall, though they retired decades ago. Their apprentices have taken over since then. I never thought I'd see these brothers again in my lifetime." Mr. Fontaine glanced at Zachary and his companions. He told Zachary, "You remind me of your grandfather, but your serious way of handling things is

liked you a lot-she even wanted

memory was of her sister, Harlow. They were each other's only family, especially after being in the orphanage together. When Harlow was adopted, Audrey clung to their shared photo, hoping to reunite with her someday. Sadly, it was too late. "It's alright," Mr. Fontaine said

better days," Audrey

have turned out well. She would be proud." Mr. Jimenez replied, "She can only rest in peace once her murderer is brought to justice." Grandpa Fontaine nodded, then looked at Clarissa with

business ties with the Farrells. They didn't ruin them, out of respect for the former

then asked, "Now, the victims have presented evidence and witnesses. Clarissa, what do you