Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

The entire family relied on him for meals.

Elora could be distant at times, but that wasn't her true nature. She was actually fair-minded and knew right from wrong.

Tatum wasn't worried about being treated unfairly if he became part of her family. "Miss."

Elora met his gaze, waiting for him to continue.

Instead, he asked, "Miss, what kind of man do you like?"

Elora was caught off guard.

Why was he asking her that?

What kind of man did she like?

Someone like him.

isn't as good as mine, as long as he's upright, capable, and truly sincere toward me, I don't mind. Of course, it would be even better if we were well-matched. If we come from similar backgrounds, we'll have shared

should come from a wealthy family. If the gap is too

a social climber. Plenty of men have pursued me, but none have met my standards. So,

age for women. Not too young, not too old. If you met someone who met all your requirements, would you be willing to marry earlier?" If Elora truly wanted to wait until 30, he was willing to

was eager to marry

imagined spending a few happy years together, then having children. He would take care of cooking and raising the kids, while she continued her own pursuits. If she needed his help, he'd be there. If she didn't, he'd respect that. He would support all

hard to say," Elora admitted with a bitter smile. "I don't

like

already had

to her before they had even met,

room for another woman.

say she wasn't envious or jealous would be

cruel joke on her. Just as

a rival