Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

Holden's frustration bubbled over.

“Kathryn, where’s your pride? That’s our home—how can you just hand it over and bow down? If your mother knew, she'd be rolling in her grave!” Kathryn took another bite of her apple, unfazed.

“It was never really mine, Dad.

Before Mom passed, she realized her mistakes and wanted to make things right with Auntie.

Everything she took—control of the family estate, the mansion, the properties—was meant to go back to Auntie’s side of the family.

I'm honoring her wishes.

It's called being a good daughter.” Holden's expression darkened.

“Your mother didn't say anything like that before she died! There’s no way she wanted you to give everything away.

Don't try to pull one over on me.” “Dad,” Kathryn replied, her voice sharp, “you weren't even there when she passed.

me is mine now, and I'll manage

need to

Just focus on healing.

set on staying

the New Year in

you back to your hometown to recover.” Holden's eyes

your father! Aren't you afraid I'll go public and show everyone your true colors?” Kathryn

talk to the media, who's

you didn't raise me or show me an ounce of

had it out for

cut ties with you is

I’m giving you some leeway, you can push your luck.” Holden’s mouth dropped open,

Kathryn continued, her tone cool, “I'm still

love, I’m

account every month for your living expenses.” Holden's eyes lit

Your mother held me back my entire life—I never had more