Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

After thinking it over for a moment, Tinsley nodded in agreement with Elora.

She asked, “Sister, should we just ignore Mr. Labbe?” “Do you want to see him?” Elora responded.

Tinsley shook her head immediately.

“No, he acts like he’s suave, gentle, and charming—a handsome middle-aged man.

But to me, he’s just an old creep.

I can't stand the way he looks at me, thinking he’s all refined and sophisticated.” “After meeting someone as genuine as Tatum, I can clearly see the difference.

Compared to him, Mr. Labbe is nothing but a pretender.” “Tatum is the real deal—elegant, refined, and with such a gracious demeanor.

He doesn't need to say or do anything special; just looking at him makes me feel happy.

Now, I truly understand what it’s like to appreciate a handsome man like you'd admire a beautiful view.” She noticed Elora looking at her with curiosity.

quickly added, “Sister, I swear, I don’t mean

sisters; we grew up

parents might not get me,

fine to

to be defensive.” “lm not embarrassed to say it

meeting Tatum, just like you said, no other man

find flaws in

different—he’s someone worth

dedication stand out beyond his role in the kitchen.” “He’s already

have a Knack for critiquing food, and even though his dishes

you look at me and

not in love with him.” She also couldn't help but notice

he came out, he would look at Tinsley with polite, calm eyes, as if she were just another person

Elora, his eyes seemed to light up