Evangeline Giordano, having endured a traumatic and harrowing conclusion to her previous relationship, is in the process of rebuilding her life from the ground up. Amidst a series of setbacks, her neighbor, Paxton Sloan, unexpectedly steps in to offer support in ways she never imagined, even taking on the role of teaching her self-defense. However, Paxton, with a dark past and concealed secrets, has never experienced a genuine relationship, adding another layer of complexity. As they navigate this intricate dynamic, Evangeline must confront her haunting past, which continues to cast a shadow over both of their lives.