You'd think nearly dying trying to get out of a too-tight gown in a dressing room and being saved by a strong, competent man was a good thing.

Not so much, though, when that strong, competent man is your ex. Your secret ex.

And the reason you need a gown is because you're part of a charity auction.

The charity auction where he gets into a bidding war to win you.

And now, because you're one of few female coaches in professional baseball, and he's the captain of the local professional hockey team, and he paid a ridiculous sum of money for you…

The entire city is shipping you. You can't leave your apartment without getting a knowing wink from strangers. Your bosses want to use the publicity to have you jointly launch a new community outreach program.

That's bad enough. It truly is.

But even worse?

Duncan Lavoie, the green-eyed, curly-haired, dimple-cheeked, hot-as-lava hockey player wants a second chance. And he'll play dirty to get it.