They say some things happen for a reason, and that may be the case here. What if Alex overheard Ryan and Isabelle for a reason at the diner? He had always wanted to be there for Chase, to have him as his closest friend and confident - possibly more as just the thought of him made Alex's skin crawl with goose bumps. What if he could be the one to be there in his friend's time of need? What if Isabelle was truly the right person for Ryan? Originally hired to play a role with him, to keep the media at bay, there was no denying the feelings that blossomed when the pair looked at each other - even knowing what Ryan and Chase had together. Could a simple conversation and one night change everything? This is the tale as three racecar drivers and a Hooters Girl head into uncharted waters.

It was a journey. There were broken hearts. They were shattered glasses. There were physical bruises, followed by bruised egos along the way. However, for every moment they got to spend together, it was worth it now - as the love was beyond anything the trio could imagine. With their feelings out in the open and shared between them, the trio knew they were meant to stick together, and fight off whatever may come their way. They hoped it contained a bunch of checkered flags and celebrations - because of course those were the nights that filled the dreams for Chase Elliott, Alex Bowman, and Ryan Blaney. However, it wasn't all sunshine roses. There were physical injuries to endure. They was mental pain that was left untapped. They were people who could return and inflict pain when wanted. There was also a room in the household that still remained untouched. Did we also mention love had its own shade of a pain of sometimes? Welcome to 50 Shades of Pain, the sequel to Unchartered Waters. ~*~ Top Ranking ~*~ #1 NASCAR 1-22-2024 #2 alexbowman 1-22-2024

There's been heartbreak. There's been trials. There's been smiles. There's been kisses. There's been some tough moments. But most of all, there has been love - and nothing could change that between the trio of friends. Join Chase Elliott, Alex Bowman, and Ryan Blaney as they tackle another year on the NASCAR Cup Series circuit together - enjoying each other's company, comfort, and love. Oh yeah, lots of love for that matter. This story follows suit with "Unchartered Waters" and "50 Shades of Pain" with pieces possibly referenced. But it is not necessary to read both stories to understand the direction we are going here.