If they think I'm a bear in the morning, wait until they see me when they try to take what's mine.

Omega human Cedric has had his heart shattered—by his boss—and is desperate to leave his job. Offered a new position in a town far from the city and his unfaithful ex-fiancé, he decides to take a vacation to explore the possibility of moving. Love is the last thing on his mind; he just needs an escape.

Alpha bear shifter Gage lives on the outskirts of a small town, leading a reclusive life. He rarely interacts with humans, preferring the solitude of the wilderness and the company of fellow shifters, while making a living through various odd jobs.

The town's matchmakers are certain Cedric and Gage are fated mates, but their attempts to bring them together don't go as planned. Unlike their previous successes, there's no immediate spark, leading them to doubt their matchmaking abilities.