On the way back, I wandered through the streets of Rosebridge with my thoughts in a tangle.
Ryan's words kept circling in my mind. "It's strictly a business arrangement."
Then, around the next corner, I saw Nolan and Vanessa entering a hotel together.
I couldn't help laughing at myself.
They had publicly announced their engagement, yet I was still letting myself hope it wasn't what it looked like.
Even without Vanessa, Nolan and I were stepbrother and stepsister.
There was no future for us.
I hailed a cab and got back.
That night, I took a sleep aid, hoping a good night's rest would help me keep a clear head at work the next day.
The Grand Prix drew enormous attention.
Before the event, Rosebridge Racing had publicly mocked Ardonia, claiming the team's success was nothing but luc
