Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

After ending the call with her mother, Abby turned to Evan. "We'll grab a quick meal at the airport when Brother Spencer calls, and then we'll have dinner together in the evening."

Evan had overheard Mrs. Du's comments during the phone call.

"So, Mr. Chouinard is going to stay at your house?" he asked, his tone calm, though his eyes betrayed a flicker of unease.

He could understand having dinner together-Spencer was, after all, the godson of his future mother-in-law. It made sense for Mrs. Du to host him for a meal after his return to Huyoniville. But the thought of Spencer moving into the Du family mansion gnawed at Evan. He himself could only visit the Du family home on rare occasions. Now, Spencer, newly returned, would not only be staying under the same roof but also be in constant close proximity to Abby. It was a threat Evan couldn't ignore.

Abby, noticing his displeasure, chose to act oblivious. With a helpless sigh, she explained, "Brother Spencer has been assigned to oversee the company's domestic business, so he'll be staying in Huyoniville long-term.

"The Chouinard family spends most of their time abroad. They used to have a couple taking care of their house here, but the wife fell ill, and they had to quit. They haven't found anyone trustworthy to replace them, so the house has been locked up and is likely covered in dust. It'll need a good cleaning and ventilation before anyone can move in.

Abby turned her head slightly to glance at

drink. Besides, I have to drive, so I

he was still on medication, which strictly prohibited alcohol due

That way, Abby would either have to drop him off at his hotel or, if he were lucky, let him stay

Du family mansion.

sit well with Evan. He knew he'd have to find a way to nudge Spencer into

It was exactly

Abby was captivating-beautiful,

accomplished, and charismatic. She