Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

— “Mom said she'd create an opportunity for you and the emperor, but do you really believe that? It’s just talk; nothing's been done yet.” Trenton lightly tapped Carrie on the head.

“Second sister, can you act normal? With the way you are now, not even a decent man would like you, let alone someone as high-quality as my brother-in-law, Callum.” Carrie swatted his hand away, snapping, “What's wrong with me? I’m young, beautiful, and in great shape.

I'm also a wealthy lady with noble manners.

If there were still emperors, I'd be more than qualified to marry one and become queen.’ Trenton shook his head.

“Second sister, you have big dreams, but your luck in life is thin.” Before he could finish, Carrie hit him.

“How dare you curse your own sister like that? What do you mean, thin life? I’m rich and living well!’ But deep down, Carrie couldn't shake the truth.

She was, after all, just a plaything for Mr. Labbe, and one wrong move could cost her everything—even her life.

“Trenton, if you still consider me your sister, send me some money—tens of thousands.

I had a bad day and offended someone, so he really chewed me out.

I was little? It's all because of our perfect

now people think they can

my life.” Mr. Labbe had

you, second

help me

powerful thug, the kind that makes

send me some money so I can

around the corner,

need to prepare some things for New Year's since I'll be celebrating it alone.”

us, second sister? I'm sure our eldest

worried about her, I'll talk to

might celebrate with the York family anyway, so you could come over, and welll spend New Year's together.” Carrie

not going unless Camryn

kicked me out, she should be the one

have to think about it.” Trenton

much do you need? I can't