Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

Abby said, "Why do you want to see me? Wasn't yesterday enough? And let me remind you-

I'm not your beloved Miss Fox. You told me yourself that no matter how hard you tried, you couldn't fall in love with me. I'm just a good friend of your sisters-in-law. Grandma York asked me to look after you, so I did for one day. But let's get one thing straight, Evan-I'm not running back to an old flame." Evan had once claimed he didn't love Abby. That declaration left her no choice but to bury her feelings for him.

But now, everything had changed. Evan knew the truth-Abby and Fox were the same person. She had always been the one he loved, even if it had taken him too long to realize it. Still, Abby felt conflicted.

If Evan hadn't fallen in love with her, she would always wonder whether he was merely settling for her, treating her as a replacement.

But there was no replacing her. She was Fox, and Fox was her.

Evan didn't take her silence for granted. "Abby, I understand," he said. He knew earning back her trust wouldn't be easy. Just because she cared for him now didn't mean she was ready to forgive him. Winning her heart again was only the beginning of his journey. Evan sighed and shifted gears. "In that case, could you ask someone to bring me a light breakfast? My throat still hurts."

through the phone, her tone softening. "I'll arrange for it. Make sure it's light. If you're still tired, take another nap. Breakfast should arrive around eight. Lunch and dinner will also be

because I was asked to. Now rest up-I'm heading out

out. Make sure you bundle up," Evan said, concern lacing

hung up. She quickly dressed in her winter

the early morning chil hanging in the air. Workers were already busy,

the household.

her morning run. She stuck to the paved paths, jogging a few laps before calling it a day. The air was crisp and invigorating, perfect for clearing her

she

Sometimes they exercised in the gym, but on mornings