Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

— Luckily, things turned out okay, though it was a close call.

Clarissa’s first target for a hostage was Liberty.

First, Liberty wasn’t trained in self-defense.

Second, she was Audrey and Kathryn's chosen successor, and finally, Liberty held enough importance in Audrey’s group that capturing her would keep the York, Lewis, and Stone families from acting rashly.

Thankfully, Lilian reacted quickly and pulled Liberty back before Clarissa could capture her.

Otherwise, the outcome could have been terrible.

When Duncan heard what happened, he was terrified and blamed himself.

He felt useless, thinking that after all his rehabilitation, he still couldn't walk normally or protect Liberty in dangerous situations.

“Duncan, Liberty said softly, “You're doing it again.

I told you not to overthink or put yourself down.

You are not useless.

have praised you for building your business without relying on

quietly in his

just so

had happened to you and sonny? That night, you almost ended up in Clarissa’s hands.” Liberty looked up at

It’s all over.

and Mr.

revenge has been fulfilled.” That night, she had

acted quickly, Liberty might have

wouldn't have

Lillian saved her life.

time to react before Lilian

Duncan held her tighter.

couldn't sleep or eat

stop worrying, so I had to come see you myself.” Now that he

relaxed, leaning against him, and said gently, “I’m

not liking