Taking a Chance With My Old Middle School Track Coach: Claimed by Mountain Men of Washington State

I thought renting an Airbnb in the mountains would be my peaceful escape—until I knocked on the door and saw him.

Everett, my middle school track coach, had aged like fine wine, but I never expected to find him here.

The warmth in his voice stirred something in me that I'd buried years ago—a crush that was suddenly impossible to ignore.

I should’ve been focused on starting over, but his knowing smirk and the way he said my name left my knees weak.

When he told me he knew about my childhood crush, I wanted to deny it, but the heat in his eyes made it impossible.

Now I’m stuck in his mountain hideaway for Thanksgiving, pretending to be his girlfriend.

What started as a simple getaway has turned into a game of power, secrets, and undeniable attraction.

I don’t know if I can keep my hands to myself—or if he’ll even let me try.

But one thing’s for sure: whatever happens next, I’ll never look at Thanksgiving the same way again.

Pages: 25

Words: 6250

This is a fast burn, slice of life romance.