**Due to mature content, this story is not appropriate for readers under the age of 18. ** This ebook is part 3 of 4 of the serial romance, Stranded. It is approximately 25,000 words, which is the equivalent of 100 printed pages. The story will conclude by the end of April. After leaving Drake behind, Ashley drives to Reno to begin her new life. Though she can't stop thinking about the man she spent several incredible days with, she knows she needs to move forward without him—especially since he made it clear that she wasn't "real life". With the help of her best friend Emily, she attempts to meet new people and forget about Colton Drake. Needing to find a job, Ashley applies for several positions—including an opening at the company Drake owns.