Jason Jones thrives on the roar of the crowd and the sharp sting of ice under his skates. As one of the NHL’s fastest-rising stars, he has talent, fame, and the easy swagger that makes people look twice. But when the lights fade, Jason wants more than applause. He wants something real.

Brandon Hamilton never expected to be noticed by someone like Jason. As the team’s equipment manager, he’s steady, hardworking, and used to staying in the background. His past has taught him to keep his expectations low, and romance isn’t on his list. Yet after one late-night conversation in the locker room laughter echoing between them he realizes Jason sees him in a way no one else has.

Their lives couldn’t be more different. Jason belongs in the spotlight. Brandon works in its shadow. Jason has to prove that charm alone won’t keep someone close. Brandon has to fight the doubts that tell him he doesn’t belong.

As the season heats up and their connection deepens, one question lingers: can they risk everything for a love strong enough to outlast the ice?