Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

Grandma had a different perspective-she believed that nothing lasts forever. The Johnson family was thriving now, but the future was unpredictable. Who knew if, one day, they might fall on hard times? It was better to be prepared.

"Learn as many skills as you can," she always said. "If you ever face hardship, at least you'll have the ability to take care of yourself."

That was why their elders encouraged them to be well-rounded. They didn't have to master everything, but they had to at least be competent in many areas.

Truthfully, Remy's cooking skills hadn't been great in the beginning.

But once he started liking Elisa, he found out that the man she once admired- Zachary York-knew how to cook.

Not wanting to be outshined, Remy secretly started practicing his cooking.

By the time he and Elisa officially got together, his cooking skills had improved tremendously. He could prepare meals and even make snacks, ensuring that the woman he loved always enjoyed her food.

go of her feelings for Zachary once she realized he was

She had declared with pride, "I'm a Stone. I have money, looks, and an education. Why would I compete for

of infatuation had been painful, but she did it decisively. Her independence and strong spirit were what had drawn Remy to

himself showing her that he was just as good as, if not better than, Zachary. He didn't want

family's eldest son-the legendary businessman,

up with wasn't on Zachary's level, people who disliked her would surely mock her. She might not care, but Remy

powerful as

family was a perfect

of their relationship spread through Wiltspoon's high society, people were surprised. They never expected someone as fiery as

with her strong personality, would remain single forever after giving up on

fortune smiled on her, it did so generously. Many envied her happiness, though they wouldn't admit