12 parts Ongoing MatureWhen Lila loses her sister after the race for the title, she moves from California to Virginia, thinking a fresh start will clear the past. It was her sister's dying wish to leave the industry. To top it off, Lila leaves racing knowing holding the title mid-season. What happens when she falls in love with a guy who would risk everything for her? Even knowing they shouldn't be together. What happens when the racing industry comes after her for the title?
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He licks his lips, raking a hand through his hair. "You know I've had my suspicions about something, but I think that phone call proved it." He pauses, waiting for me to continue. "You race," He says. And when I don't nod, he continues. "I think it's more than that." He takes a deep breath. "Lila, are you the racer who holds the title?" Frustrated, he says, "I opened up to you and I don't think it's fair you aren't doing the same."
I scoff. "I didn't ask you to do that."
"You didn't deny it."
Panic fills my body.
My hands shake by my side.
Ollie gently grabs my hands. "Lila, I'm not going to hurt you. I'm here for you. Answer me this: Are you the racer who holds the title? Be honest with me. Reel me in and I can help you." I nod, a tear slipping out of my eye.
"Lila, please let me in so I can help you. Why is Devin after you?"
"He wants the title. The whole industry is pretty much after me."
"But why is he the one who is out for blood?"
I squeeze his hand. "Maybe this is where your patience comes in."