Ginna Wilkerson

A chili cook-off at the local Pride Center sounds like fun for Reese and Kayla. But even the small act of deciding on a recipe to enter builds tension between the two women.<br><br>On the day of the event, free-spirited Jane enters the picture. Kayla is tempted by Jane’s striking pink hair and seductive ways.<br><br>Would she really leave Reese for a woman she barely knows? Will a simple pot of chili end in romance or disaster?

If You Can't Stand the Heat

“It’s good, really,” Reese offered in consolation. “We just need to try a third recipe that doesn’t use steak. Maybe on Thursday night. And don’t worry—it won’t be too bland.” Kayla got off early on Thursdays from her job at the Student Counseling Center.


“Sure.” Kayla tried not to look disappointed. “Can you come over for the final trial, Andres?”


Andres promised to come over Thursday. Kayla and Alvin walked him to the front door, Kayla giving her friend a hug. “Thanks, dude. I really appreciate your support.” Alvin swirled around the young man’s legs in affection.


“Hey, lesbo—you know I love you. See you Thursday.” 4: More Heat


On the Thursday before the chili cook-off, Kayla got home just a little before 5:00 P.M. Reese was already into her second beer, and had the large pot going. After changing her clothes, Kayla joined Reese in the kitchen, getting a beer from the fridge. Reese had already fed the fur-boys; she seemed full of energy and in high spirits.


Chapter 5