The man stared at the fire, beer bottle in hand. How did he get here? When did he get here? He stared at the fire in the trunk of the tree, not noticing his hand gliding to it, though the fire didn't burn him as he got close. A feeling filled his chest as he watched the flames twist and lick at the wood... It was almost like he was seeing an old friend again... His eyes were glazed over as the fire began to grow a twisted smile, though it was too late, he couldn't pull away, his hand wasn't listening, it was over now, the fire grew an arm and went to grab him the rest of the way, he closed his eyes and-
A loud beeping woke the 26 year old from his sleep, and he jolted up. He looked at the nightstand, pounding hangover attacking his scared mind. He turned off the alarm and slowly rolled out of bed, ignoring the reoccurring dream.
He got his pajamas off and grabbed his work uniform, getting ready for the day as he ignored the feeling of being watched.
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Hello all! I am finally working on a book, that I will complete this time, I pinky promise. This story does handle mature topics, (murder, drug abuse, trauma, etc.) so if you are triggered by these type of topics, please do not read.
When Chef Margot loses her beloved restaurant to her cheating ex-fiance, her best friend, single dad Nathan, steps in with an unexpected offer to help her start over. As they collaborate, sparks fly-but can they overcome their complicated pasts for a chance at real love?
Season 4 of The Mechanic
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Margot Taylor thought she had it all: a thriving restaurant and a fiance she adored. But her world crumbled when her fiance abruptly cancelled their wedding and claimed ownership of her cherished restaurant. With her career in tatters and her heart broken, Margot is forced to start over.
Enter Nathan Davis, her loyal best friend and a single dad chasing big dreams of his own. As a partner in the multibillion-pound auto business, Nathan offers her a lifeline-a chance to open a new eatery on the grounds of his new mechanic shop.
As Margot pours her heartbreak into a new dream, her friendship with Nathan deepens into something much more electric. But their growing happiness is threatened when Nathan's ex-wife returns, determined to take their daughter away and upend the new couple's relationship. Caught in chaos, Margot must decide if she has the strength to fight for the life she's building...or let the wounds of her past ruin her future.
Content warning: This story contains depictions of eating disorders that may be upsetting for some readers. Reader discretion is advised.
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