Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life

When Luke heard the news, his irritability finally eased a bit. As long as Flora wasn't ahead of him, he could handle everything else.

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Returning to the Reyes racing team, Flora was met with a swarm of teenagers buzzing around her. Their eyes were alive with excitement, like they were ready to hoist her up in celebration at any moment. With a cool gaze, Flora warned them, "Hold up, anyone who charges at me is getting decked."

After that, she flopped right into Connor's arms. "Connor, did I look awesome back there?"

Around Connor, she was a totally different person-more relaxed, almost a little spoiled.

"Yeah, you were incredible, really cool," Connor replied, taking her helmet and setting it down on a chair before handing her a steaming cup of hot water he'd prepared. "Here, have some hot water." "Little sis, you were amazing out there!" Henrik shouted, clearly thrilled after watching Flora race for the first time.

Flora beamed, her eyes sparkling. In the presence of her family, she let down all her defenses and dropped the icy exterior.

"Hey, who are you chatting with?" she asked Henrik, catching a glimpse of his unlocked phone screen, where she could see his conversation and a photo he had shared.

Henrik answered, pursing his

up. "So, are you two dating

to Lone Island, her brother had been starting to pursue Cecelia. At the mention of her, Henrik's smile faded a bit, and he shook his head with

into him that way. Noticing his downcast look, Flora didn't press any

the Reyes team still lost. Her solo win

relay race kicked off! Adrian stepped up to draw lots for the

to be first! She has to!"

reality wasn't so kind.

in

went to a mediocre

in seventh and Adrian in eighth. This lineup

was nearly in tears. His luck

ten chances!" everyone

things fair, with random