Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

“Grandma, whenever you miss me, just call my mom, and I'll come see you! But I bet we'll be here every day.

Auntie’s here, and we wouldn't want to miss her.” With the New Year approaching, Serenity and Zachary were also preparing to move back to the villa.

Following tradition, many family members were returning to Wildridge Manor, as set by the old lady.

Though everyone usually preferred their homes in the city for convenience, they always came together at the manor for the New Year, honoring the family’s reunion custom.

After the third day, everyone could go wherever they pleased.

The old lady had no daughters of her own, so she cherished this time to be with her family.

On the second day of the New Year, when most married daughters returned to their parents’ homes, she often visited her daughters-in-law’s families, delighting in their lively reunions.

“Alright,” the old lady chuckled, “if | miss you, I'll call your mom to bring you over.

I'll come to your house for dinner—is that okay?" Sonny's eyes lit

Pack up, and come stay at my house for a few days!” Everyone laughed, especially the old lady, wno hugged Sonny and called him her “sweetheart.” After exchanging warm goodbyes, Serenity and Zachary saw Liberty, Sonny,

need to see us out in the

get some rest,” Liberty urged, halting Serenity on

watched as Sonny and Liberty

out of the car

sure you listen to your mom!” Serenity

cozied up between Liberty and Duncan, feeling

was like a second father

and Duncan

and calling him “Uncle Duncan’ with a soft, affectionate tone that softened

but Sonny

filled the car

an hour,