Taking a break from dating seems like the ultimate plan—just me, my wrestling podcast, and zero romantic drama. Then I meet Cooper Grind, the tight end for the Silverbacks. He’s adorkable, hilarious, and completely inexperienced when it comes to love.
And I mean in every way.
So when he proposes a wild scheme—a pretend relationship to keep the female attention at bay—I can’t help but agree.
As we dive into our new “couple” status, I’m swept up in the exciting world of professional football. Although our dates are fake, Cooper makes an adventure out of every moment we spend together. For an inexperienced guy, he’s surprisingly convincing in his boyfriend role.
When stolen glances and playful banter spark something deeper, I realize I might be in over my head. Because the more we fake it, the more real it feels.
Despite facing my best defensive efforts, this superstar rookie is smashing through my reservations with alarming precision.
And now our charade is turning into something I never expected—the purest fake.
