All Chapters of Thrill of the Chase: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

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CHAPTER 11: MATCH POINT

"Look who finally decided to make an appearance," Avery playfully quips, arms crossed and a sly grin as I enter the room. "I hope whoever kept you occupied last night was worth the surprise you gave me.""Good morning to you too, best friend.""Oh, don't 'best friend' me, Isabella Vega," Avery teases, dropping her arms and giving me a playful yet stern look. "You don't spend the night unless the guy was exceptional. And not only did you do that last night, but you're back in the afternoon, even bringing his shirt," she points to Max's t-shirt. "So, who was he? Share the details!"If only she knew..."Can I at least regain my senses?" I counter, enjoying her curiosity. "A cold shower sounds tempting right now."Avery gasps as expected. "You're still in a daze? He must have been quite something!""One of the best," I confess.I couldn't deny that."Alright, no more evading the subject," Avery insists, pulling me over to sit on her bed. "Tell me, do I know this guy?""Oh, you're well-acq

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CHAPTER 12: WORRIED

One, two, three minutes passed, and then I felt Max's strong arms pulling me back up to the surface. When we emerged from the water, both of us panting heavily and with him holding me in a bridal-style embrace, Max frantically called my name over and over."Isabella! Isabella, wake up... Damn it, please wake up, Isabella Isabella?" His voice trembles with concern.Only when I sense him hastily carrying me back to shore do I open my eyes, startling him once again. Out of surprise, his hands slip, and he drops me in the shallow water near the shore. I burst into laughter at Max's expense, clearly not sharing his amusement."You were pretending?" He exclaims in disbelief, but I can't stop laughing."Isabella, wake up," I mockingly mimic him between laughs. "Please wake up, Isabella."He maintains his serious demeanor for a few more seconds before a smile finally escapes him. He shakes his head and extends a hand to help me stand. I take it, pushing the strands of hair clinging to my face

Last Updated : 2023-10-27

CHAPTER 13: UNVEILING DESTINY

"Hey there!" Avery calls out when I enter, shutting the door behind me. "You're back.""In the flesh," I reply with an exaggerated air kiss. "Did you miss me?"Avery momentarily fixes her gaze on me, then shifts her attention to her Netflix account."Nah," she responds nonchalantly, chuckling slightly.I shake my head at her antics and grab a bean bag chair to sit beside her while she selects our first movie for the night."So, who were you with this time?" she inquires as she scrolls through the list of romantic comedies."Jake and Darrell, though not simultaneously," I answer, prompting a snort from her."What am I going to do with you?" Avery sighs, shaking her head. I reach for a piece of popcorn she had prepared earlier and munch on it."Oh, come on, like you're any different," I tease."Hey!" She playfully shoves me, and we both laugh. "I'll have you know that when I'm in a relationship, I'm completely loyal.""Believe me, I know. I just don't know how you manage it."Avery roll

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CHAPTER 14: UNFORESEEN

"I can't believe we actually made it," Avery whispers to me as we enter the class at exactly 9:00 am. "I almost regretted doing the whole marathon thing.""Really?" I raise an eyebrow, finding it hard to believe."Keyword 'almost,'" she smirks, fully aware she'd do it all over again given the chance.With a smile and a shake of my head, we head toward our usual row, only to discover that it's completely occupied, as are the seats around us.I'm about to suggest to Avery that we sneak out after signing the attendance sheet and ask someone for notes later when she nudges my arm and nods toward the back row. "There are two seats in the back," she says, her eyes widening with an evil grin spreading across her face. Curious, I raise my head to see what's behind her Cheshire imitation.And when I do, I roll my eyes both at her and at the scene unfolding before me.Just great.Told you destiny had something planned for you today, Buffy chimes in."I take back what I said earlier," Avery rema

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CHAPTER 15: SHOWDOWN

"That'll be $8.63, Eddie," I inform Edward, also known as Eddie, as he approaches the counter with six French macaroons.Eddie, a local senior citizen residing just a few streets away from the marketplace, is a cherished customer. He has been a regular visitor ever since Deborah and Lisa first opened one of their numerous branches. His order has always been consistent: six pistachio-flavored French macarons.Without fail, Eddie consistently declares that pistachio-flavored macarons are the finest creations since the debut of Mike and Ikes candies in 1940. This day was no exception."I've been saying it every day, and I'll say it again: pistachio macarons are the best thing since Mike and Ikes hit the scene in 1940," Eddie states, handing over a ten-dollar bill."Eh, Sour Patch Kids hold that distinction for me," I respond with a playful grin as I prepare to give him his change, prompting a light-hearted chuckle from him."Ah, that's right, you're into that sweet and sour stuff," Eddie

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CHAPTER 16: SERVICES

"You're unbelievable!" Mount Piper erupts again. "I don't charge for my company either!" She immediately defends. "What makes me any different from her?!" "Oh, believe me," Max widens his eyes theatrically, exhaling deeply, intentionally getting under the girl's skin once more, "many, many things." Piper opens her mouth to retaliate, but Max promptly cuts her off. "Like for starters, if I recall correctly, you almost offered your 'services' to the entire football team before Ethan dragged you out of the locker room...but please, do correct me if I'm wrong." The entire team? Well, that's quite unexpected. Piper's jaw drops faster than Max's mood for a quickie would have plummeted if he were in the mood right now. Meanwhile, I'm finishing the last of my popcorn because things

Last Updated : 2023-10-30

CHAPTER 17: DISTURBING DREAM

From the start of the semester until this date, October 29, 2016, I've managed to accumulate twenty casual partners on my roster. Each individual possesses a unique quality that earned them a spot in my list, which is no small feat, considering my exacting standards. Casual Partner #1: Max, the Exception. A 20-year-old junior, Max is not just a handsome English major; he's a sexual virtuoso who knows it all too well. His prowess extends beyond imagination, leaving anyone who encounters him utterly speechless. Last night marked our third encounter, and it only left me craving more. Avery selected him as my subject for a reason, but did she anticipate that this man might be my ultimate downfall someday? After sessions with three different men - Shane, Joe, and Brandon - I couldn't help but admit that not even their combined efforts cou

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CHAPTER 18: UNEXPECTED REUNION

"It's really disappointing that the gang can't join us for Halloween this year. We could have all gone as the 'Liquor Cabinet' together," Avery laments as we scour the Phantom Halloween Store for matching costumes for just the two of us. Today is Sunday, and as planned, Avery and I woke up early to spend the entire day together. We skipped breakfast to search for dresses for Loraine's and Darius's wedding at the Paseo Nuevo mall. After nearly three hours of browsing, we both managed to find something decent at Nordstrom. We then treated ourselves to a well-deserved lunch at California Pizza Kitchen and headed to the town's top-rated Halloween costume store to pick out outfits for UP's massive Halloween fest tomorrow night. We've been at the store ever since. "Tell me about i

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CHAPTER 19: LATE NIGHT

"Thank goodness," Avery breathes a sigh of relief as she spots me entering at four in the morning. I gently close the door behind me, and she wraps her arms around me in a tight embrace. "I sent you a few texts and tried calling to check how long you'd be gone, only to realize that your phone probably died." "Sorry about that," I chuckle softly, hugging her back. "I didn't notice my phone had died until I was almost here, so I didn't bother charging it in the car." "No worries now. You're back, you're safe, and you look much better than when you left," she remarks, studying me closely. "That's all that matters." I wink at her, silently acknowledging the accuracy of her entire statement. That's when I realize that Kalix is also present with Avery. Did they both actually wait

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CHAPTER 20: PARTNERSHIP

~Monday, October 31, 2016 - Halloween- Green, yellow, orange, red, blue. Blue, red, orange, yellow, green. Wow, it appears I've mixed up the order in which I'm munching on my Sour Patch Kids. This showcases my current state of boredom in Philosophy class. Now, where was I? Oh, right... Green, yellow, orange... My investigation into the candy packet grinds to a halt as I find it devoid of any remaining contents. I can't help but pout at this discovery; I seem to have devoured the entire package.

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