Straight to the Morning

Back home to regroup after a breakup, consultant Avery expects a quiet, temporary retreat in his parents' empty home. But a flickering dashboard light sends him straight to Gus Cooper Auto Repair, bringing him face-to-face with Dino—his high school classmate turned divorced mechanic, complete with a sturdy build and an undeniable grin.

What begins as a nostalgic midnight burger run quickly ignites a late-night connection, forcing Avery to decide whether to execute his usual exit strategy or risk staying in one place.

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Interior art by 77tsutsu.

• Length: Novelette (Approx. 12,000 words across 16 chapters)
• Tropes: Reconnected classmates, opposites attract
• Vibe: Rainy, late-night neon drive-ins, romantic warmth, HEA/HFN
• Content: Explicit sexual content