Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

Spencer said, "...Abby, I'm not some heartless or ungrateful person."

He had done his best to help Victoria's family.

The real issue was his parents. They believed Victoria's family business was struggling and worried it would become a burden on him. Because of this, they stopped supporting his relationship with her.

His mother's constant nagging only made things worse. Hearing it every day wore him down, leaving him confused and unsure of what to do.

Adding to the turmoil, Spencer hadn't sorted out his own feelings.

Was his bond with Victoria just friendship, or was it love?

When things got overwhelming, his company assigned him to return to Huyoniville to take over the domestic business. He saw it as an opportunity to step back and reflect. Did he love Victoria, or were they simply childhood friends?

But when Abby mentioned pairing Victoria with the eldest young master of the Du family, Spencer felt a pang of panic. That fear of losing her clarified his feelings.

He realized he wasn't just fond of Victoria-he loved her.

Evan chimed in, saying, "Mr. Chouinard, Abby told me you and Victoria have been childhood sweethearts for over 20 years. That kind of history comes with layers-family affection, friendship, and love all mixed together. It's no wonder you're feeling conflicted. "But if the thought of breaking up with her hurts, then it's clear how you feel.

obstacle is too great. You'll

I fall for someone, nothing about her-her circumstances, her identity, or any changes in her life-could make me give up on her. If she faces

he fixed his gaze on Abby, his eyes filled with intensity. It

didn't respond. She didn't even look

focused

He was confident

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restaurant for a few more minutes,

carried Spencer's suitcase as they made their way to

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wanted Abby to feel assured.

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