Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

After listening to River, Serenity couldn't help but reflect again on how remarkable the York family's tradition was.

The sons and daughters raised in this family were truly exceptional-clear- headed, responsible, and always thinking about the family's future.

"You know, your sister-in-law isn't hard to get along with," Serenity said, smiling. "As long as someone doesn't have a terrible temper, we can get along just fine. And once you're married, you'll be living separately anyway. You'll only come back to the villa for big holidays like New

Year's. That little bit of distance keeps things pleasant. Even people with strong personalities can handle each other during those short visits.

Honestly, I believe all my sisters-in-law are wonderful. If anything, I'm probably the least impressive one."

The brothers-in-law respected her because they respected Zachary, the eldest brother. It was out of love and loyalty to him that they also respected her as their eldest sister-in-law.

Her position in the York family—and in all of Wiltspoon-was because Zachary cherished her, spoiled her, and respected her as his wife.

needed Zachary's help, they'd come to Serenity first, hoping she'd speak on their behalf. And if she did,

her deeply because Zachary had made sure they knew: holding on to her meant gaining

was well aware that Zachary had built that bridge for her, giving her the authority and influence she had

she still

the worst," River

years-with guidance from Grandma and Aunt—she'd grown into the role. She now carried herself with the grace and authority of the matriarch of a large, influential family. Her capability had grown steadily, and now, if anyone

short, Grandma

smiled. “Grandma always says there's always someone better out there, and people should stay humble. Speaking of Grandma, I should give her a call and update her. She told me that if you and Romina ever made progress,

River was speechless.

was basically

he did in Eaglioncile straight