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.

sixth in line, with three younger brothers below him. The ninth and youngest hadn't even reached adulthood yet. Tinsley figured he must

mountains on his shoulders. No

was.

had been slightly

had spent his whole life trying 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

that Tatum was like a thick recipe book-every page she turned revealed a

to visit the elders of the York family,

such exceptional children

out. She had

Elora, who could stay in the office working late without feeling hungry Tatum always made sure she bad a meal. He'd bring

for dinner instead. She also noticed that Elora's

With him handling all of Elora's

ket

to make sure she ate on time,