Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

After Victoria hung up, Abby shot Spencer a sharp glare.

Spencer, looking utterly puzzled, asked, "Abby, why are you looking at me like that? What did I do wrong?"

"Brother Spencer, you didn't technically do anything wrong," Abby said, her tone laced with frustration. "But I understand why Victoria's disappointed and why she said she'd leave you to me. You won't even call her or send her a message? All you did was post to your circle of friends! What if she blocks you there? She wouldn't see anything!"

Spencer hesitated, instinctively responding, "She wouldn't block me, right? I mean... if she did..."

He trailed off, suddenly unsure of himself.

Evan, quietly observing their exchange, quickly pegged Spencer as indecisive when it came to relationships.

This guy doesn't seem like much of a threat, Evan thought.

Still, he stayed cautious, keeping Spencer firmly in the category of potential rival.

Abby didn't let Spencer off the hook, pressing on. "If Victoria blocked your circle of friends, it'd mean she's one step away from blacklisting and deleting you altogether."

in his expression betraying

call, then you're essentially pushing Victoria out of your life. Are you really okay with breaking up and never speaking to her again?" Spencer's complexion turned even

again?

was just... Jost. Unsure of how to navigate things with Victoria. That's why he couldn't bring himself to text or call her. Posting to his circle of friends felt

least she'd know he

hadn't given it much

tension. "Mr. Chouinard just got back, and you said he wanted

reminder to focus on the meal instead

Evan a

deal with everything after

Spencer, let me know when you've made up

looked at her

her are just friendly, then I'll help my eldest

Spencer's expression darkened.

eldest cousin? Isn't

me? Even if