I never expected a simple gym rivalry to turn into something that would unravel my carefully constructed life.

The moment I met Colton Hayes, everything changed. He wasn't just a treadmill thief; he was a force I couldn't ignore, and as much as I tried to keep things professional, I couldn't stop being drawn to him.

But Colton's world is built on secrets-his family's scandal, the media pressure, and the ghosts of his past. I'm a journalist, and uncovering the truth is my job, but as I dig deeper into his life, I find myself torn between my career and my growing feelings for him. Each new revelation about Colton's past forces me to question whether exposing him will be worth the cost of losing him, or even worse, losing myself.

Add to the mix my editor's expectations, my family's legacy, and a growing media frenzy, and the stakes couldn't be higher. As Colton and I navigate our tangled relationship, I find myself at a crossroads. Do I risk everything for love, or do I protect my career at any cost? One thing's for sure-I'll never be the same after this.

Will the truth set me free, or will it shatter everything I've worked for?

The Morning Run-In is a love story of mistaken identity, reluctant alliances, and slow-burning desire, set against the backdrop of ambition, betrayal, and a journey toward redemption.