Iris Kelina Smith's life, seemingly a perfect embodiment of the "American Dream," is marred by her skepticism towards love. Raised in an environment where affection is absent, she views love as a mere illusion, a superstition that leads to inevitable heartache. This perspective is further solidified by her experiences, including a recent breakup that she anticipated but still found disheartening.
Her best friend, Sana, recognizing Iris's emotional turmoil, encourages her to step out of her comfort zone. However, the unexpected twist comes when Sana enrolls them in a matchmaking event tailored for the rich and influential. Despite her reluctance, Iris finds herself participating, driven by a mix of curiosity and obligation.
As the clock strikes 11 PM, the matches are revealed, and Iris is paired with a woman who exudes an enigmatic and dangerous charm, challenging her preconceived notions about love and attraction. This encounter thrusts Iris into an unfamiliar realm, one that promises to unravel her beliefs and perhaps redefine her understanding of connection. The journey ahead may force her to confront her fears and reconsider the very essence of love she has long dismissed.
But it's a risk she's willing to take. you only live once, right?
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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