Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

The baby kicked again, and Zachary smiled.

“Seren, our baby understands us! They kicked again just now.” Serenity replied, “Your hand on my belly, so the baby probably thinks you’re playing with them.” “I really believe babies can understand,” Zachary said.

“Books say they can hear sounds while still in the womb.

That’s why we do prenatal education, right?” He continued, speaking softly to the baby, “Do you miss Daddy? From now on, I'll be here with you and Mommy, watching you grow.

Be good and don’t kick Mommy too hard; it might hurt her.

Save your kicks for me when you’re out.

I can handle it.” Serenity watched Zachary talk to their baby, her heart full of happiness.

Seeing his softer side made her feel like she had everything she needed in the world.

Zachary had changed for her, and his tenderness was reserved just for her.

stood up and lifted

didn’t even warn me! You scared me.” He carried her to the sofa and gently set her

didn’t want you standing for too

worry about anything.” He sat down

so much, hubby.” “Me too,” Zachary said with

show

up, wrapped her arms around him, and

a long embrace, only

now and show you how much I love you,” Zachary said

you sure you can manage that?” Zachary hesitated and then laughed, “Okay, maybe that was a bit

she called his

is it? Just call me ‘hubby.’ I love hearing you say

smiling as he placed

I'll make sure to catch up on all the cuddling

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