Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

No matter how capable Mr. Dunn was, he was still just a man-and an old one at that. He was almost eighty, a few years older than her, and still working for her. But no matter how strong he was, he couldn't compete with younger He wasn't invincible.

people like Zachary.

Just like Mr. Jimenez-he had been powerful too, but the assassins she sent nearly killed him. Even though he survived, he was seriously injured and had suffered from pain and illness for decades. If it weren't for a miracle doctor, Mr. Jimenez wouldn't be alive today.

Clarissa didn't want to believe things were hopeless. She tried calling Mr. Dunn again.

The call connected, but he didn't answer.

The phone rang for a long time, but there was still no answer.

She called again. Still nothing.

felt like her heart was falling into a bottomless

and despair crept up from her feet, spreading through her entire

over.

couldn't escape, and even her assistant was

and at her three sons standing by

truly cared for her was her daughter. She felt guilt toward her older and younger sisters and was ashamed

was too embarrassed

daughter to stop bowing. If Kathryn hurt herself,

just live your life. Don't let anyone pressure you. Remember what I've told you. "Pedro, I hope you'll remember what I asked of you and what you promised

she couldn't face prison. She'd rather die than be locked up.

of the family, she pushed out anyone who opposed her, took away benefits from many family members, and gathered all the power into her own hands. She had

they wished for her downfall. She didn't fear enemies. She'd even killed her sister, who raised her-why would she care about offending others? But after all