Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

Evan wasn't actually drunk-just a little tipsy. He could think straight and walk just fine. But he had played the part of a drunk man so convincingly that Abby had no choice but to take him home.

"Abby."

Evan unbuckled his seatbelt and got out of the car on his own.

"Who took Spencer home? It wasn't you, was it? I told you all not to drink and drive, but you still drank."

Abby shook her head. "He usually has a strong tolerance, but he got drunk after just two glasses tonight."

Evan chuckled. "That's because we were drinking strong liquor. It tastes great but sneaks up on you. I only had a little and passed out in the car, but I feel fine now. Spencer was upset, so I had a few drinks with him to help lighten his mood. Is he completely out?"

"He was worse off than you." Abby glanced at Evan, noting that he seemed much steadier now. "Alright, you're fine now. I'm heading home."

soon as she turned to leave, Evan grabbed her

on, Abby. You brought me all the way here, but you won't even walk me inside?" His tone turned soft, almost pitiful. "You rarely visit my place. At least come in for a glass of water. My throat is dry, and if I'm alone, no one will know if I pass out from

You did this to yourself. Who told you to drink so much? I don't have time to babysit you. Unlike you, I actually have work in

her office every day. When she had social engagements, he'd follow along not interfering, just making redt was sure she

a

regret. "Do you really hate me that much? You won't even come inside when you're already

Abby sighed inwardly.

for this man, and he had fallen for

other in different ways-all because they

her before. He just hadn't known that

Bianca were both her his love had

had always been devoted to her, even when he didn't