Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

"I can't understand what Liberty is thinking. She left Sonny behind in Wiltspoon when she should've taken him with her after fighting so hard for custody."

Mrs. Brown muttered under her breath, clearly frustrated. Deep down, she wanted Hank to take legal action and regain custody of Sonny. However, she knew doing so might not be in Sonny's best interest, and besides, Hank had no intention of listening to her. "Liberty went to Jensburg, and there might be challenges we don't know about. If she could, she would've taken Sonny with her. She cares deeply about his education and has done a great job raising him," Mr. Brown said with a more measured tone. Although he wasn't particularly fond of Duncan, he couldn't deny that the man loved Sonny.

Sonny was naturally attached to Serenity, having spent much of his upbringing with her. And since Serenity was close to Duncan, it made sense that Sonny was fond of him too. Mr. Brown decided not to voice this observation-it would only trigger an argument with his wife, who seemed determined to resent Duncan. "Look, Sonny's coming out," Mr. Brown said, nudging his wife.

The couple's faces lit up with smiles as they hurried forward.

"Sonny!"

"Sonny!"

Brown bent down, arms outstretched, eager to

Sonny stepped away, politely calling out, "Grandpa, Grandma," before running toward

his bright voice freezing

arms around Duncan, leaving his biological

teacher first, Sonny." After doing so, Sonny returned

homework tonight? Did you miss me?" Duncan

memorized everything! I can recite it all without looking at the book. And yes, I missed you, my mom, Aunt Seren, and Uncle Zack. I miss everyone!" Sonny said with a sweet smile that could charm anyone. Duncan chuckled, clearly delighted. Lowering his head, he kissed Sonny's chubby cheek. Sonny giggled and touched his cheek, then teasingly said, "Uncle Duncan, you

I'll shave every day just for you." Mrs. Brown stepped forward again, attempting to