𝑫𝒓𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒏 𝒃𝒚 𝑫𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒓𝒆 - 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒊𝒑𝒖𝒏𝒌

chapter 3

Pavitr Pov

I've been incredibly eager throughout the past several days, and today Gaytari, my exquisite girlfriend, and I were planned on going to see Hobie and Gwen compete.

While we waited for it to get dark, Gaytari and I strolled to local stores, savoring snacks from vendors and admiring the gorgeous scenery. We parted ways after a while and went home to get prepared before Miles arrived to pick us up. The closer we got to the location, the more adrenaline I felt, and I couldn't sit still in my seat.

This will be far more engaging and exciting than the other competition given that I'll be able to view them face to face and even get near enough to touch the vehicles till the race.

"What if I get to meet Hobie Brown?" Miles and Gaytari both laughed as I shrieked.

" Wow, Pavi, you seem to like this guy a lot; he better not take you away from me." she giggled as she looked at me.

As if it were ever going to happen, I'm not into guys...

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It was crowded, but we made it to the front.

It was largely crowded with girls wearing revealing clothing and smelling strongly of perfume.

Everyone was so dressed up that I felt underdressed, and my hopes of Hobie seeing me vanished. I knew he'd be preoccupied with all the females and letting them ride in the passenger seat as he raced.

As the cars arrived, Miles moved in close and snapped a photo of the cars behind us. 

When we were permitted to take pictures with the vehicles, I grabbed Gaytari and told Miles that we should take pictures of all three of us alongside the two automobiles. I was practically bouncing up and down with excitement.

I was eager to get into the vehicles, but we were pushed back when the racers emerged.

I observed as the racers approached their cars and exchanged glances with one another.

As I turned to talk to Miles, I noticed Hobie strolling alongside with Gwen at his side.

As if I wasn't already overjoyed, this exceeded my psyche. My heart was beating as Hobie approached closer and closer.

Hobie Pov

As we approached our cars, I pulled up in front of mine to speak with Gwen.

I peered through the crowd, trying to locate him and Gwen's guy.

When I spotted him, he was with two other people, one of whom seemed to be the person Gwen mentioned and...a girl?

I'm guessing she is his sister or a friend, although I recall seeing her on his page a few times. I told Gwen, and we walked their way, hoping to chat with them or learn more about them.

I could see his expressions more clearly as we came closer, and he appeared just as pleased to see me as I was about him. 

I came to a halt in front of him as I looked him up and down before speaking.

"Nice to see you again, what do you think about riding alongside me tonight?" With widening eyes, i noticed expressions pass through him.

"Me?!" He remarked this while gazing about in surprise, pointing to himself.

"Yes, you and only you," I spoke lightly as I gently drew him by his wrist and led him towards my vehicle, chuckling softly at his state of mind.

"Get in, darling, I'll give you the best ride of your life."

No ones Pov

The engines roared as the automobile accelerated down the street. They couldn't help but smile as they leaned into the curves, enjoying the rush of the race. He loved racing, but he also enjoyed being around Hobie.

As Hobie's hand brushed across Pavitr's leg, a shudder ran down his spine. He couldn't believe it was happening; he had an attraction to Hobie, but he never expected anything to come of it.

Pavitr couldn't help but notice Hobie leaning into the turns out of the corner of his eye.

He admired Hobie's asset as well as how concentrated he seemed when racing.

"You're doing great," Pavitr stated, his voice serene. "But I think we can go faster."

Hobie grinned at him, his eyes gleaming.

"Are you sure you can handle it?" He remarked this while revving the engine more. Pavitr's heart began to race as they gained pace, and he couldn't help but emit a little gasp.

"Hold on tight," he said as he leaned in closer. "I'll get us to the end."

Pavitr's entire body tingled as Hobie's hand slid up and delicately gripped his thigh.

He knew he shouldn't be distracted - they were practically near the end, after all - but he couldn't stop himself. He was so turned on that he couldn't concentrate on the race.

They did, however, make it to the end in one piece. Pavitr glanced to Hobie and grinned as they slowed down. 

"That was amazing," Pavitr mused, his voice trembling slightly. "I still can't believe we won."

"They'll never be able to beat me," he stated. "But I couldn't have done it without you."

As Hobie drew in closer, Pavitr felt a flush rise up his cheeks.

"I had a great time riding with you," he spoke, his voice low. "But I have to admit, I'm looking forward to what comes next."

When Pavitr realized what Hobie was insinuating, his heart skipped a beat.

"I am, too," he responded, barely above a whisper. "I can't wait to see where this goes."