Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

Sage suddenly stood up, took a few steps toward Kathryn, and tried to slap her, but failed.

Kathryn quickly grabbed Sage’s wrist with one hand.

Although she had never trained in martial arts—since her adoptive parents didn't treat her well and wouldn't allow her to—she had learned to defend herself from all the fights she got into when she was bullied.

Her quick reflexes came from those experiences.

Then, Kathryn splashed the remaining coffee in her cup onto Sage’s face.

Sage was caught off guard; he never expected Kathryn to grab his wrist so easily.

Sage knew that Kathryn had no martial arts training and usually relied on bodyguards for protection when she went out.

ensure her safety, and he had even arranged for hidden security to

office, with no one else around and even Pedro

to put her in her place, Sage didn't think

Kathryn wouldnt retaliate violently because of her

was still her brother, and they shared the

there wasn't much coffee left in Kathryn's cup, it was enough to splash across Sage’s face and stain

Kathryn's voice turned cold.

think I’m weak, don't you? I might not be trained to fight, but that doesn't mean I'll lose to you! But before you touch me, think about the consequences—can you handle them?” She let go of Sage’s wrist and continued,

you want, but don't try to

family loyalty.” “We never had much of a bond to begin with,” Kathryn said,

me like a sister? Have you ever truly considered

don't lecture me about family ties or