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ICY - Chapter 3 - The Race
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2024-10-29 19:42:56“Good luck with the race, ” Noman stated just as he handed Amanda her race car helmet. They were just waiting for the final announcement, standing near the entrance of the track separated by thick fences that were waist-high. NASCAR staff and racing groups passed them from time to time. This was a usual occurrence Amanda had been accustomed to ever since she started joining races two years back.
Amanda reached for the helmet with a smile, but then Noman gripped it tighter whilst giving her a pout.
“But wait, ” he added, “I don’t think you’re going to need it. You’re practically the winner already.”
She rolled her eyes heavenward. “Shhh, don’t jinx me, Dom, ” she replied and then grabbed her helmet out of his hold. “Plus, there are a lot of skillful drivers in the race. It’s anyone’s game now.”
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