Married At First Sight By Gu Lingfei

The family knew how to give her space-they wouldn't bug her unless it was a big deal.

Well, except maybe her two little brothers, who'd probably sneak over to mooch some free meals whenever they got the chance.

Mrs. Ormond started to say something but swallowed her words. Deep down, she couldn't argue with her daughter's plan-it was pretty darn smart.

Elora broke the silence. "Mom, don't stress about me and Tatum. I've got this under control.

Bottom line: I'm not gonna let myself get the short end of the stick." Her voice was calm but firm, reassuring her mom she was calling the shots in her own love life.

Parents could weigh in with advice, sure, but the final say? That was hers.

"Anyway, Mom, it's late," Elora added. "Head back to your room and crash. I'm beat too-got a big meeting at the company tomorrow."

Ormond got up. "Alright, get some sleep

Tatum for a

from him-what was he thinking? Was he for real about all

the door, said goodnight, and shut it behind her. With her mind finally settled on a

But now, lying in bed, her brain wouldn't shut off. She flipped one way, then the other, restless as hell-until she accidentally

concern etched on his sleepy face. "You're flopping around like a fish on a grill. You feeling okay, or

little. "Last time you were this restless was the night Alonzo was

let out a long sigh. "I'm worried. Flip the light on-I

overthinking everything—it's bad for you. Took us years to get your health back

sat up, hugging her knees. "I don't want to overthink and mess myself up, but this is about Elora's future—her whole life. How am I supposed to not

it was about their

get played by some random dude.