Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

Spencer smiled and gently patted Abby's head again. "Thank you, Abby. Matters of the heart are something only you can handle."

The second pat on Abby's head felt far too intimate for Evan's liking. A burning jealousy stirred in his chest as he watched. In that moment, Evan wanted nothing more than to chop off Spencer's hand and throw it to the dogs. He had never touched Abby's head before-not even once.

The most he'd ever done was hold her hand.

Back when Abby had been wearing the guise of Fox, they had shared countless moments of tension, arguments, and even close encounters. But nothing that crossed the boundary into intimacy.

Now, watching Spencer's casual touch, Evan couldn't help but seethe with envy. Yet, he kept his emotions in check. He wasn't reckless enough to push Spencer away-not yet.

After all, Spencer's mother and Mrs. Du were lifelong friends, a bond that predated Evan's connection to Abby. Evan knew he wasn't in a position to act impulsively.

Instead, he played it cool. Silently, he picked up Spencer's suitcase and trailed behind the two of them, letting them enjoy their reunion. He didn't say a word, choosing to remain thoughtful and unintrusive as they walked.

Before long, Abby led the two men into a nearby fast food restaurant. Once they were seated, Evan rolled Spencer's suitcase to his side, signaling that he should take care of it himself.

three of them placed their orders and

"So, is York

our business here. My eldest brother sent me to develop the market and expand our

front of Spencer wasn't an option. Evan needed to uphold the image of a successful businessman, someone equal to Spencer in stature. From Abby, Evan already knew that Spencer was a highly accomplished, well-traveled professional. And Evan wasn't

opportunity to collaborate in the future." "Of course," Evan agreed

men, interrupting their conversation. "Brother Spencer, it's Saturday. You're taking two days off

Evan with a

you,

is hoarse, and you need rest. Brother Spencer, try not to make him

is so hoarse, it's painful to

"Just admit it, Abby-you're worried about him. It's obvious. You don't have to phrase it like that. M York might get his feelings hurt." He turned to Evan with a friendly grin. "Mr. York, don't take it personally.

masked his inner realization-Abby truly

a sister, he felt a sense of relief. Abby

thought, Spencer's smile became