Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

Zachary and Julian stepped out of the house, followed by two servants carrying a large tray with food and drinks.

The servants kept pace behind their masters.

Both men had sharp eyesight and soon spotted their beloved partners seated at a distance.

Without needing to ask, Zachary sensed that Serenity was a bit tired.

In the past, he had seen female employees in his company work late into their pregnancies, even when their bellies were noticeably large.

Although their duties were lighter, many continued working.

Having observed this, Zachary assumed that pregnancy and childbirth were relatively easy.

He hadn't considered these women’s perspectives.

They kept working, even when pregnant, out of fear that taking extended leave would lead to being replaced or sidelined, forcing them to start over in the competitive environment of a large organization.

Climbing the corporate ladder is a challenging process, with promotions requiring persistence.

No one wants to lose their hard-earned positions, so they push themselves to work until around eight months of pregnancy.

even if they wish to continue, companies usually enforce maternity leave to

had seen these scenarios

first got pregnant, she insisted on continuing her work

supported her choice

realized pregnancy

was exceptional, yet even she needed frequent breaks after

she could explore all of Wildridge Manor in

strength

the year-end approaching, Elisa had taken on most of Serenity’s company responsibilities, leaving Serenity and Jasmine to only

to the

off-season during winter break, she preferred staying active rather than being confined at

family and in-laws provided her with all the support she needed, and money was not a

life of freedom and activity, she found staying at

Josh, adored her deeply and supported whatever made

bookstore allowed her to read, chat with neighbors, visit friends, and pass

wasn't the priority; her happiness

Julian

to search for Kiera and Serenity,