Kylie Cantrall, the star basketball player, has always been the center of attention-on the court and off. But there's one person she can't get out of her head: Malia Baker, the stunning cheerleader who seems to have it all. When the two of them are thrown together in a series of unexpected moments, the chemistry between them is undeniable-but both of them are too afraid to act on it. As they navigate the complicated world of high school, friends, and secret feelings, they find themselves drawn into a game neither of them is prepared to play.
With their friends Ruby, Morgan, Joshua, Dara, and Peder encouraging them to stop pretending, Kylie and Malia face an emotional whirlwind full of love, jealousy, heartbreak, and vulnerability. Will they finally take the shot at love, or will fear keep them from what they truly want?
Mature Content Warning:
This story contains mature language, sexual themes, explicit content, and emotional complexity. It explores intense relationship dynamics, vulnerability, and intimacy. Reader discretion is strongly advised as this narrative includes adult themes and situations that may not be suitable for all audiences.
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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