Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

Erika said, “You need to pay the child support in full and upfront, just like we agreed.

That way, if you remarry and your new wife takes control of your finances, she won't stop you from fulfilling your obligations.” Marco's expression darkened.

He had lashed out at Kathryn, but deep down, he knew the reality.

He sighed.

“Fine. You can take the share Mom left for the kids.

I'll make sure to pay their support in full when I get back.

I won't leave you short.” He would stick to the divorce agreement.

After all, it was for his kids.

Marco's father had told him that the children would stay with Erika if she wanted them.

Erika, as their mother, would always care for them.

With the children living with her, Marco’s path to remarrying would be easier.

His mind was already wandering toward his future prospects.

Now divorced and with his mother gone, he had no one to answer to.

He was a free man, able to date openly.

found someone he truly liked, he could remarry, have

had the money

Erika stood up.

“I've delivered Kathryn's message.

rest is up to

me

want to see the

choice.” She wouldn’t stand in the way of Marco seeing his

no attempt to stop Erika

and his three sons seemed to

subsided, and Kathryn finally found some

the 25th day of

day, Liberty and Duncan flew back to Wiltspoon from

of the airport, they spotted Sonny dashing toward them,

sonny’s voice was full of joy as he

face lit up, and she quickened her pace, scooping her son up into

around her

his happy tone turned

you crying, Sonny?” Liberty asked, loosening her hold to check

tighter, burying his

voice was muffled and choked

“I missed you, Mom.

much.” Liberty’s heart melted, a wave of tenderness and guilt

though Sonny was clever and mature for his age, he was

his mother had taken a toll, no matter how brave he'd