As soon as the light flicked to green, Vanessa's foot slammed down on the gas pedal.
The Ferrari roared like an unleashed beast, its tires screeching against the asphalt as it launched forward.
She barely spared a glance at the competitors beside her — there was no need. She already knew what was going to happen.
The announcer's voice boomed over the loudspeakers.
"And they're off! Three laps around this technical track, and while there's no cash prize, the winner will receive something even better — a permit allowing them to use the track however they see fit! A dream for any racer!"
Vanessa barely paid attention to his words. She was already locked in.
The first turn came fast — a sharp left with a slight incline. The track here wasn't like the perfectly paved circuits she was used to in professional races.
There were uneven patches, tiny dips, and tricky angles that could mess up anyone who wasn't fully prepared.
For her, though? It was just another challenge.
