How to Fake Date a Grump: An Age Gap, Friends to Lovers Sweet Romance

I’ve sworn off love but need a wedding date. I turn to the one man I can count on, my silver fox BFF.

We are different, but Stephen and I are best friends. He’s a grumpy silver fox police officer and I’m a young spunky reporter.

When I started crime reporting, I was assigned to follow Stephen. He felt forced to let me shadow him to protect me.

When I needed an escort for my sister’s wedding, I convinced him to play my fake date.

We played our parts perfectly - holding hands, dancing, even sharing a passionate kiss. His touch made me melt.

There’s a romantic side to him that I hadn’t seen before. I think my best friend might actually be my soulmate.

Then Stephen gets shot and he might not wake up. I finally found love and the courage to go after it, but it may be too late.