When Evelyn and her long-term enemy, star hockey captain Atlas, are forced to work together on a university media project, sparks fly as resisting their attraction becomes a far bigger challenge than their opposing opinions. Standalone in the Wellsfield University Series ***** Evelyn Hayes has hated Atlas Griffin, the golden boy of their university hockey team, since their very first conversation three years ago. To Evelyn, he's the womanizing, arrogant epitome of rich privilege and everything she despises. So when a university-funded media project for the hockey team throws her into Atlas' orbit, she fully expects them to be at each other's throats. What she doesn't expect is for the snarky comments and daring glares to turn into sparks of undeniable attraction. With Atlas' sights set on the NHL and Evelyn desperate to keep the media lead position she's worked so hard for, neither is interested in anything complicated. Soon, a heated one-night stand leads to an enemies-with-benefits hookup pact. But is either ready to face the consequences when the lines blur and strings start to get attached?

' I've fallen for you, and I kind of not know what to do now '

Garrett Gray was the captain of Rowan University's hockey team, he was a girl magnet, he could have any girl at his feet with a flash of his smile. He was your typical cocky, humorous jock that everyone loved. Taylor Perez was a typical college student trying to pass her classes and make money to survive. She was a stubborn but also kind, beautiful, and well-grounded girl that no one could push down. Garrett and Taylor never passed paths or even looked at each other, till one particular day. The day the bet was made.

firefighter Jackson Everglow is known for his bravery and dedication. When ambitious news reporter Millie Cresswell is determined to make her mark despite the chilly reception from Jackson. Assigned to cover the fire department's daily operations, Millie finds herself repeatedly clashing with Jackson, who initially sees her as just another reporter invading his space. Despite their adversarial start, sparks fly between them, fueled by their undeniable attraction and growing respect for each other's dedication to their jobs. As they navigate their complicated feelings, Jackson and Millie discover unexpected depths in each other. Millie is drawn to Jackson's unwavering courage and commitment to saving lives, while Jackson begins to appreciate Millie's intelligence, compassion, and genuine curiosity about the people behind the headlines. However, their burgeoning romance faces challenges from both external forces and their own insecurities. When a series of crises hits Crestville, including suspicious fires and personal revelations, Jackson and Millie must confront their fears and learn to trust each other fully. In the midst of danger and uncertainty, Jackson and Millie find that love has the power to heal old wounds and bridge seemingly insurmountable differences. Together, they discover that sometimes, the greatest relationships are forged in the fire of adversity.