The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Chapter 298

The NASCAR race was scheduled for 9 pm, so they had plenty of time to stroll around the local market near North Peak

“Vivienne, you’ve got to try this!”

Kala was fully decked out. She was wearing a wide–brimmed hat, dark sunglasses, and a mask that covered most of her face

Even though she was practically incognito she made no attempt to blend in. It was almost as if she were begging to be recognized.

Vivienne accepted the skewer that Kala offered as her eyes wandered around their surroundings.

She had only ever felt this peaceful with Percival She couldn’t help but relax

“The NASCAR races at North Peak were held sporadically. We’re pretty lucky this time I heard Hurricane is also participating in this race. It’s going to be exciting!”

Kala casually shared her knowledge while they strolled. “Hurricane is a well known daredevil in the racing world. He’s known for his high speed and dangerous tactics. He tends to stick close to his opponents, and if you’re not careful, he can easily force you to crash.”

Being a big fan of car racing Kala was pretty familiar with the scene

She had watched several of Hurricanes races. Each one was more thrilling than the last, so they never failed to keep her on the edge of her seat

Vivienne responded with indifference

Tm not kidding. You’ll understand once you see it.”

They continued to chat and eat, and as they reached the south end of the market, they bumped into a familiar face.

“Carl

“What are you doing here? Kala asked surprised to see him

Caught off guard, Cari glanced at Vivienne, who was standing next to Kala, and couldn’t help but show his annoyance

Seeing his silence Kala warned him “You should be at home at this hour, not running around. Our mom will have your hide if she finds out!”

“It’s not even nine o’clock yet Carl fired back

her voice grew louder. “Carl! Are you sneaking around and racing again? You’re

she looked at her tall, defiant younger brother. She began throwing

was adamantly against Carl

near the race track, even going as far as to

their mother, Carl’s tone softened. “Sis, I’m sorry.

feared nothing except the wrath of Cheryl and

into a cunning smile. “Lend me your precious

skilled rider, but she was passionate about the thrill

how competent she was and refused immediately. “With your half

depending on his vehicle to win tonights

allowance, he was

even be able to take care of his cat, let alone

your options carefully! Kala wasn’t in a hurry and chuckled. If Mom gets involved, it won’t just be about borrowing your car

nike expression, Carl retorted. Kala, you wouldn’t

less confidently Fine. I’ll give you my monthly allowance Just don’t touch my car

forget, you already spent several years worth of funds

none of your business Carl refused to

for her She was a three–time Academy Award winner and she wouldn’t miss a

more than willing to play along to have the opportunity to tease her

with satisfaction, looking like the cat that got the cream Remember to

been obserang this whole scene, couldn’t

be experts at tatthing

end of the month

thoroughly fenced

fine they headed

the track, they could

and Vi

njoy the market.

echoing throughout

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