Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

The two little ones were most afraid of their sister, Elora.

Tinsley hummed, "By the time I get home, they'll probably have finished their homework and started playing chess."

Both brothers loved chess. If they couldn't go outside, they could spend an entire day battling it out over the board.

"They're smart and always complete their assignments well. Even though I've noticed them slacking a little, their studies haven't suffered, and they're still keeping up with their extracurricular activities. It's fine to let them relax every now and then."

Elora parted her lips as if to speak but held back.

Tinsley had a point.

She couldn't be too hard on them. They were still just kids-six and seven years old. Their childhood should be carefree and happy.

She had already put enough pressure on them.

"Tatum spends time with them when he's free. He's surprisingly good with kids. Maybe he helped take care of younger relatives at home and has some experience."

The York family had nine boys in their younger generation-no girls.

hadn't even reached adulthood yet. Tinsley figured he must have been looked after

mountains on his shoulders. No one knows

was.

of them had been slightly mediocre, maybe Tatum wouldn't have

to catch up. He wasn't even sure when he'd reach his seventh brother's level, let alone the six

carry them for a

but said

time, she realized that Tatum was like a thick recipe book-every page she

visit the elders of the York family, especially the

exceptional children and

headed out. She

feeling hungry Tatum

she'd drop by Elora's office for dinner instead. She also noticed that Elora's complexion had improved ever since Tatum

claimed he could make beauty-enhancing soups. With him handling all

ket

sure she