Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

“Most women gain weight during pregnancy, but look at Serenity.

She only has a baby bump—there’s not much extra weight on her,” Grandma commented, expressing her concern.

Zachary responded with a light chuckle, “Grandma, as soon as you see Serenity, you point fingers at me.” Grandma could be quite unreasonable at times.

Serenity stepped in to defend him, “Grandma, don’t blame Zachary.

I haven't lost weight; I just haven't gained much.

I don't want to put on too much weight—it'll be tough to lose later.” Serenity was conscious of her sister Liberty’s struggles after giving birth to sonny.

Liberty hadn’t managed her weight well and ended up gaining more over time.

Serenity was determined not to let that happen to her.

Even though Zachary assured her he'd never act like Hank, she still preferred to stay fit.

“Regardless, you're not overweight.

if

something now, don’t stay hungry,” Grandma urged, worried Serenity might skip eating because of

to others, she added, “Young Master Bucham, Miss Caron, please excuse me for a moment.” Kiera smiled and nodded

sat across from her,

of nourishing soup, but Serenity only drank

at least have another half bowl

thinking I’m mistreating you.” He tried to pour more, but Serenity quickly pulled the bowl away, declining, “No, I'm

have

doesn't mean any harm and doesn't really blame me.” Grandma was truly fond of

joined their family, Grandma’s affection

than me now,” Zachary teased, pretending to be

serenity laughed,

make me jealous?” “Impossible! Your sister adores you the most and treats me well only because

chuckled, “Well, even if your parents are gone, I