Michael "The Killer" Ramirez has spent years reigning undefeated in the ring—until a cocky up-and-comer knocks him down in every way that matters.

Dylan Krieg is young, rich, and dangerously skilled, the kind of fighter Michael has always looked down on. But when Krieg leaves him bruised, breathless, and humiliated on the mat, Michael's fury burns hotter than his shame. Krieg provokes him to a rematch, and Michael accepts it despite what his gut tells him.

Krieg makes one thing clear before their rematch: if Michael loses, he'll be surrendering more than just the match. A warning kiss seals the deal, igniting forbidden desires in his heart.

And when Michael finds himself pinned yet again—this time against the wall, shorts down, pride shattered—he realizes the worst part isn't the defeat. It's how much he likes it.