West of Forever

Tristan Stone, a grumpy single dad, is off-limits to the narrator due to their feuding families. An unexpected encounter in the rain leads to a reluctant bond, complicated by mutual attraction and a shared dance at a bar. Despite promises of a no-strings-attached relationship, their secret meetings ignite deeper feelings, forcing them to confront family loyalty and the possibility of love. As their agreement unravels, the narrator must decide if their bond is worth the risk of heartbreak and familial disapproval.