Capítulo 8: Chapter 8: Brain Storm

“May the best man win,” Ricky said, flashing a billion dollar smile to his lifelong friends.

“I certainly will, since I’m the one with the most game of you two,” Don countered, confident in his belief that Laura, the object of their affection, would pick him, a bona fide ladies’ man.

“Hey, don’t leave me out. I breathe, live, and write romance for a living, remember?” Alex piped up.

While playing basketball together, the guys had been talking trash about their friendly competition among themselves to win Laura’s heart. Each was confident. Each could be creative. Each was a billionaire. Each was determined to impress Laura with their wealth and influence, winning her heart in the end. Money may not buy happiness but it certainly did not hurt to sweeten the pot when attracted to a lovely lady like Laura.

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Later on, at the diner over burgers and shakes, they shared their crazy yet oddly attractive plans of how they might woo her.