Ivy, being without a wolf companion, feels the immense pressure from her Hidden Valley Pack. They expect her to find her destined partner and establish a family. As she approaches her twentieth birthday without a mate, her pack members' doubts start to weigh heavily on her, making her feel like a disappointment. In an attempt to regain their trust, Ivy devises a bold plan - she proposes to Ryder, a charming college baseball star and a respected pack Alpha, to temporarily pose as her mate. At first, Ryder dismisses Ivy's suggestion with amusement. However, Ivy holds a crucial piece of information - a secret that could jeopardize his position as Alpha. Using this leverage, she strikes a deal with him: if Ryder agrees to her plan, she promises not to expose his secret to the pack. Though initially furious with Ivy's blackmail, Ryder ultimately sees no alternative. But as they navigate their charade, they soon discover that keeping their emotions in check is far more challenging than they initially anticipated.
