Novels by Echo Nightfall

Ethan’s father, Sebastian, was the head of the city’s Urban Development Bureau, and Seraphina Arden’s father, Elijah, was his chauffeur.When Ethan was eleven, his mother passed away after a prolonged illness. His grandparents were elderly and frail, and Sebastian, overwhelmed by his responsibilities, hired housekeepers, but none could truly take care of Ethan.Ethan, a proud and reserved boy, didn’t like being around others. He often sat alone in his father’s office, waiting late into the evening for Sebastian to finish work.One day, Elijah suggested to Sebastian: “Mr. Sebastian, why don’t you let Ethan come to my house after school? My wife Chloe cooks very well, and my daughter Seraphina is still young. They can keep each other company.”Sebastian looked at his scrawny son, barely holding it together, and asked gently: “Would you like to go to Uncle Elijah’s house after school? Daddy will pick you up later.”Initially, Ethan was reluctant. But after Elijah coaxed and cajoled him,

Leon Everhart’s gaze toward Seraphina Arden had softened significantly. With Ava gone, at least Seraphina was still by his side.Seraphina had lost a noticeable amount of weight and looked much better now. However, despite her physical transformation, she maintained a strictly professional relationship with him. She adhered to boundaries and treated everything with a businesslike approach.Leon’s subtle gestures of warmth and hints of intimacy fell flat. Seraphina either didn’t notice or intentionally ignored them.One night, after Leon had a bit too much to drink, he asked Seraphina to help him upstairs. She refused outright. “Mr. Everhart, you’re too tall and heavy. I can’t carry you. Hold on, I’ll call security to help.”Leon was left speechless. A direct confession would certainly result in rejection. She’d made her standards clear before—her husband must have eyes and a heart for only her. If he were unfaithful, she’d “find a thousand ways to destroy him.” Just thinking about it

When Seraphina Arden visited the budget department to meet with James, a former colleague exclaimed, “Wow, Seraphina, you’ve lost so much weight!”Seraphina beamed. “Really?”The colleague grabbed her hand, inspecting her face closely. “Your face is so much slimmer! What’s your secret?”Seraphina sighed dramatically. “My mom makes me drink this ‘seven-day slimming soup’ every night. I thought it was just for a week, but she’s been making it every single day! And she doesn’t let me eat dinner either. The other night, I got so hungry that I raided the fridge in the middle of the night. My dad caught me and only gave me one measly egg! I swear, I’m going to starve to death at this rate. Tonight, I’m eating before I go home.”The group burst into laughter.Babi, sitting nearby, watched Seraphina with a small smile. Seraphina noticed her and went over to hug her. “Babi, let’s grab some late-night snacks tonight, okay?”Babi shook her head, still smiling. “Can’t tonight—I have plans.”Serap

Seraphina Arden might come across as a classic mama’s girl. She shared everything with her parents—details about her boss Leon Everhart, his girlfriends, his private life, and even her work challenges. Whenever she encountered a problem, her go-to move was to consult her parents for advice.Elijah and Chloe, open-minded and deeply devoted to their daughter, were her unwavering support system. Regarding Leon’s personal affairs, they advised her: “Stay out of it. Don’t talk about it, and if you come across anything, act like you didn’t see a thing.”When Seraphina hinted at wanting to change jobs, Chloe was firm:“Every job comes with its own problems. Life is never perfect—if it’s not an issue here, it’ll be a flaw there. What matters is solving problems, not running from them. Think it through. If it becomes unbearable, of course, we’ll support you. How much could you possibly spend? Your dad and I can afford to take care of you.”Elijah added, “The purest water holds no fish. Some th

Babi made it a habit to invite Seraphina Arden for lunch every day, slyly probing for information about Leon Everhart.“Boss is a good boss,” Seraphina replied. “He pays for the overtime and hard work, but he’s not a good man. Don’t be like the other women swooning over him. He’s young, rich, and charming—do you really think a man like that wouldn’t have a girlfriend?”When Babi pressed further, asking who Leon’s girlfriend was and if she worked at the company, Seraphina found herself at a loss for words. She truly believed Leon Everhart wasn’t someone worth getting attached to. He had Ava, Harper, and probably a host of other women she didn’t know about.Sometimes, Seraphina would drop Leon off at nightclubs or luxury spas. He never let her come inside; she could only wait in the car. Neon Haven and Crystal Palace were among his regular spots. When he returned, he often reeked of expensive perfume. Only a fool would believe he wasn’t up to anything.Later, she learned that both Neon

Harper was the daughter of Henry’s second wife. Henry also had three children from his first marriage: two sons and one daughter. One son managed his real estate business, while the other oversaw the aluminum profile factory. His eldest daughter was a disappointment in Henry’s eyes—uneducated, unskilled, and infatuated with a minor celebrity. But she was Henry’s firstborn, cherished and spoiled. Unable to bear seeing her suffer, Henry demanded that his sons allocate shares from their businesses to support their sister. The dividends alone were enough to fund her extravagant lifestyle.Harper’s mother, on the other hand, was a young, beautiful, but shallow woman. To Henry, she was merely a decorative trophy wife to boost his image. Harper, their daughter, was groomed by Henry for a purpose—to be a valuable asset in his business dealings.Henry spared no effort or expense in Harper’s upbringing. She received private lessons in music, art, etiquette, and all the qualities of a well-bred