Chapter 2 Nathan was a race car driver whose personality matched his profession - wild , untamed , and impossible to control ] For a good girl like me to seduce the devastatingly handsome Nathan Fierce , I needed special tactics . [ ] I decided to stage an " accident " ] I visited Julie's house for dinner constantly , waiting for the day Nathan would stop by out . ] After dinner , as Nathan was preparing to leave , I timed it perfectly and " accidentally " collided with the front of his car as he was backing ou BANG ! I flew about half a meter . [ ] Looking down at the tiny scrape on my knee , I decided to stay down and play it up . ] Nobody could tell if I was faking dizziness or chest pain anyway . ] Julie rushed over to help me up , her face filled with worry . " Jane , are you okay ? Where are you hurt ? " ] Sis , my head hurts , my arms hurt , my legs hurt - everything hurts , " I whined , curling up in Julie's arms . [ ] Julie knew me too well . One look at my dramatic performance and she knew I was faking it . ] Though she didn't understand what I was up to , she still took my side and scolded Nathan . ] " Hey beautiful , I hadn't even stepped on the gas yet . Are you trying to scam me ? " Nathan's cocky voice sounded above my head . ] " I don't care ! You hit me , and now you need to take responsibility ! " I shouted shamelessly , determined to become Julie's sister - in - law . [ ] " Nathan , take her to the hospital , " Dominic finally ended the drama . [ ] Julie wanted to come along , but I pushed her away . [ ] Nathan feared nothing except his brother . [] He scooped me up , dumped me in the passenger seat , and sped away . I gripped the handle tightly , watching the scenery biur past , and screamed , " Slow down ! " [ ] " Can't . I'm worded if we get to the hospital too late , that little scratch on your leg might heal , and then we'd have made this trip for nothing . " Nathan said mockingly My face burned red as I pressed myself against the door , giving him my most pitiful look . ] Shit Don't look at me like that ! " he cursed [ ] Despite his harsh words , he actually slowed down . " Thank you . " I said with a choked voice [ ] " What were you trying to accomplish with that stunt today ? " Nathan asked with furrowed brows . [ ] What could I say ? Only the truth . ] I want to marry you The sincere light in my eyes made Nathan pause : " Hmph ! Who knew such a small girl had such big ambitions ! ] He looked me up and down , his expression softening Plenty of women want to marry me though . You better catch me as soon as possible . [ ] " Dat worry , I'll definitely catch you nightly . " I said , my greatest strength being that I take advice literally I readied out and fiendly grabbed the edge of his start , his open black button down revealing perfect abs ! ] Driving the car , Nathan cokio prally defood humbell He frantically covered in waist What are you dong 711 ] A tough trep ) up to his ears outed at pun cently Dudut you tell me to catch you as spun as possible ? ) Kathakturzeð , under kis broth again why I duan I know yetual qually of usine antracted him - I verlatey mass ) as striking as futty - Lut Matlan iried est pas tuer days lazwa { ] I didn't know why slides care to k The infortul take that owed the swath , my sister mit hus ! ] Title: Cooking My Way Back to Love Author: CrushReel Genre: Modern, Revenge, Drama Status: ongoing In "Cooking My Way Back to Love" by CrushReel, Chef Leon Kennedy, once renowned as the "King of Cooking," spirals into despair following his wife's tragic demise in a car accident. Plunged into homelessness, he clings to his loyal dog as his sole anchor amidst loss and desolation. Amidst the ruins of his former life, Leon grapples with profound grief and seeks solace in the art of cooking—the very passion that once defined him. As he navigates the shadows of his past, themes of resilience, redemption, and the unyielding power of love intertwine in this modern tale of heartache and rebirth. Set against a backdrop of culinary mastery and emotional turmoil, "Cooking My Way Back to Love" delves into the depths of human emotion with raw authenticity. CrushReel skillfully crafts a narrative that captures the essence of loss and the arduous journey toward healing in a world marked by tragedy and shattered dreams. Experience the transformative journey of Chef Leon Kennedy as he rediscovers his purpose through the alchemy of flavors and emotions. Available to read online at CrushReel, this gripping drama promises a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the enduring resilience of the human spirit.