Ruby just wanted to survive physics class, not get distracted by a ridiculously handsome substitute. But after a flirty mix-up, a clumsy tumble, and one unforgettable wardrobe malfunction, she’s suddenly paying a lot more attention. Turns out, Collin might be more than just a temporary distraction.

Ruby was ready for a quiet night in—until Collin showed up at her door, asking her to dinner. A last-minute scramble, a surprise gift, and one near disaster in heels later, she’s walking out the door with him. But is this just dinner… or something more?

A fancy dinner, flirty banter, and Collin’s not-so-subtle hints that he wants more than one date make Ruby’s night unforgettable. But when he dares her to sing for him on the spot, she knows backing down isn’t an option. If he wants a performance, he’s going to have to pay up.

Ruby steps up to the piano, surprising even herself with a bold performance—until she thinks Collin has disappeared. But he’s there, watching, recording, and making it clear he’s not going anywhere. A perfect night, a nearly perfect kiss… and a goodbye that neither of them wants to end.

Ruby wakes up to Vanessa’s dramatic breakup story, but the real shock comes when Collin shows up at her door—again. Over breakfast, he reveals that the video of her performance is trending, thanks to a major pop star’s share. A viral moment, a swoon-worthy kiss, and the feeling that life is about to change in ways she never saw coming...

One viral video turns Ruby’s world upside down, and just when she thinks things can’t get crazier, she gets a call that changes everything. A record label wants to meet, but doubt creeps in, making her question if she’s really ready for this. With Collin’s support and her family’s tough love, one thing is clear—this is the kind of opportunity she can’t walk away from.

Ruby lands in New York for the biggest opportunity of her life, but things start unraveling fast. Her best friend is MIA, Collin is radio silent, and now she has to face a powerhouse music exec solo. Ready or not, she’s about to find out if she’s a rising star—or if she'll crash and burn.

Ruby arrives at Harper Music expecting a meeting but gets a full evaluation—branding, styling, and a live audition. The team wants to repackage her, even suggesting a name change. When Troy, a late-arriving singer, joins her song with perfect harmony, the executives are sold. They offer her a contract on the spot, needing a quick replacement for their fallen star. With no time to think, Ruby reaches for the pen.