Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

As soon as the car stopped, Mrs. Lewis came over, smiling as she opened the door.

“Sonny!” Her face lit up as she reached in to lift him out of the car.

“Auntie!” Liberty greeted warmly.

“Liberty, welcome back,” Mrs. Lewis said, still beaming as she hugged Sonny close.

She held his hand as they walked toward the house.

“Did you have fun with your auntie, Sonny?” she asked.

“Yes, | had lots of fun! Grandma, did you miss me?” Sonny replied with a grin.

Mrs. Lewis chuckled, her eyes soft with affection.

“Of course, Sonny.

As soon as | heard you were back, | called your Uncle Duncan right away and told him to bring

your favorite foods, drinks, and plenty

cousins, so they’ll be here

grandson, Rocco (the

and often bragged to his

since he’d learned that Sonny would soon officially be part of the family, he couldn’t wait to

in his

over, ready to scoop Sonny up, but Mrs.

| just got my turn!” she

yet!” Mr. Lewis protested

since last time, and

Still, Mrs. Lewis held Sonny tight, laughing as they hurried inside with Sonny between them, both reluctant

the scene unfold, Duncan turned to

they’re so wrapped up in Sonny! Mom swooped him up before he even had a chance

my way!” He chuckled, “It’s like I’ve been replaced.” Liberty