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

up

not get me, but I Know

to admire someone

defensive.” “lm

Tatum, just like you said, no

flaws in

different—he’s someone worth

his role in the kitchen.”

a Knack for critiquing food, and even though his dishes are delicious, I still offer suggestions so he

said, “Sister, it’s just that the way you look at me and Tatum sometimes makes me feel the need to clarify that my

couldn't help

would look at Tinsley

Elora, his eyes seemed to light up