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

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

Miss Caron, please excuse me for a moment.” Kiera smiled and nodded as Zachary

across from her,

also a bowl of nourishing soup, but Serenity

at least have another

I’m mistreating you.” He tried to pour more, but Serenity quickly pulled

more, I'll feel too bloated to have dinner

and doesn't really blame me.” Grandma was

since Serenity joined their family,

on you more than me now,” Zachary

serenity laughed, “Jealous, are

to you; won't that make me jealous?” “Impossible! Your sister adores you the most and treats

her.” Zachary chuckled, “Well, even if your