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.

more if

now, don’t stay hungry,” Grandma urged, worried Serenity might skip

Master Bucham, Miss Caron, please excuse me for a moment.” Kiera smiled and

sat across from her, watching her

soup, but Serenity only drank a

another half bowl

will scold me again, thinking I’m mistreating you.” He tried to pour more, but Serenity

I eat any more, I'll feel too bloated to have dinner later.” “Don't take Grandma’s

doesn't really blame

their family, Grandma’s

you more than me now,” Zachary teased, pretending to

I might be completely sidelined.” serenity laughed, “Jealous, are you? My sister is

make me jealous?” “Impossible! Your sister adores you the most and treats me well only because she wants me to be good

our relationship—any disagreements we have are just minor.” Serenity playfully warned him, “Just don’t go complaining about me to her.” Zachary chuckled, “Well, even if your parents are gone, I still