Let me in… or walk away before you ruin me.
Wes I’ve spent my life chasing a good time; no strings, no complications, and no heartbreak.
Now that I have a stable job as a physical therapist at the university, I’m ready to look for a deeper connection.
Then in walks Jared “Jett” Cordier; former Olympic golden boy, track legend… and the guy I used to watch like he was untouchable.
Turns out, he’s closed off, broody, and about as welcoming as a slammed door. But somewhere between late nights and arguments that burn a little too hot, something shifts and lines blur.
One heated moment turns into another, and suddenly we’re involved in something that looks a lot like friends-with-benefits. It’s supposed to stay easy, but nothing about Jett feels casual.
Jett I had everything once. Then I lost it all—my athletic career, my relationship, my dad. Starting over as an assistant coach is my do-over.
It’s supposed to be simple: keep my head down and do my job. Then comes Wes; too loud, too charming… too much. I’m trying desperately not to be sucked in and to keep him at arm’s length.
But in the end, I let him in just enough to get a taste and forget what it feels like to be falling apart. The more time I spend with Wes, the harder it is to pretend this is nothing.
I can feel my walls crumbling, and I’m afraid. I don’t know if I’m strong enough to risk everything again.
