Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

“Seren, come here,” the old lady called, waving Serenity over.

She didn’t really need to wave; every time Serenity came downstairs and saw her mother-in-law and grandmother-in-law in the hall, she always joined them for a chat.

“Grandma, Mom,” Serenity greeted warmly, and then turned to Julian and Kiera.

Julian nodded in acknowledgment, and Kiera smiled, saying, “Serenity, it’s been a while.” Noticing Serenity’s growing belly, Kiera asked, “When are you due?” “End of May on the Gregorian calendar,” Serenity replied.

Kiera did the math in her head and smiled.

“So, a little over three months to go.” She glanced at Serenity’s belly and hesitated, unsure if she should continue.

Serenity took a seat beside the old lady, joining the other two women on the long sofa.

With no room left, Zachary sat on a single chair.

say what’s on your mind,” Serenity encouraged gently, sensing Kiera’s

Kiera, making

explained, “It's

at a martial arts gym and

belly looks like she might

tell people they're

York family seems to have a different

saying it might disappoint you, since everyone's hoping for a girl,’ Kiera laughed nervously and added,

generation doesn’t favor boys over girls.”

not up to us women to decide whether

have to accept it.” Zachary quickly responded, “I don’t favor girls over boys, but Grandma might.” The old lady shot her grandson a sharp look, cleared her throat, and said, “I’ve been eagerly waiting for a great-grandchild, whether it's a boy or a

I'd be delighted to have a great-granddaughter, but that doesn’t

because you've never had the chance to.” The

turned out to