Benedict, a quiet artist with eyes that speak volumes, finds solace in his sketchbook. College life is a canvas he observes from the sidelines, preferring the company of his creations to the cacophony of student life. Then, Alex, a charismatic art major with a smile that could rival the sun, bursts into Benedict's world. Drawn to the unspoken emotions swirling in Benedict's art, Alex becomes his unlikely muse.
Benedict finds himself capturing not just Alex's vibrant spirit on paper, but the warmth that blooms in his own chest whenever Alex is near. However, Benedict's crippling shyness threatens to silence his growing feelings. Will he find the courage to express himself before this unexpected chance fades to black, or will their masterpiece remain forever unfinished?
As Dallas and Drayton navigate life in the spotlight, Spencer is navigating intense feelings for Nathan - her best friend's brother.
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Dallas and Drayton are planning their wedding, talking babies and learning how to navigate life in LA now that Drayton is a hotshot football player in the big leagues. Meanwhile, Spencer and Nathan are back at home in Colorado, coming to terms with their feelings for one another and learning how to co-parent with Grayson, the father of Spencer's daughter. Will the realities of adult life strengthen them - or will their relationships break?
[Sequel to The QB Bad Boy and Me]
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