I came to this festival for food, not for drama—and certainly not for Lucas Hale. A handsome, smug chef who practically has his own gravitational pull, Lucas and I have a rocky history of clashing over undercooked duck and one heated review that turned his kitchen into my battleground. Now, among the vibrant stalls and intoxicating scents, our rivalry has flared into something unexpected: a truce. Or at least, that's what I thought. As Lucas and I go from adversaries to uneasy partners, the thrill of our collaboration ignites a spark between us, one I never anticipated. But the festival's joy is marred by a creeping darkness—mysterious figures lurking, whispered warnings, and threats I can't ignore. Together, Lucas and I are tangled in a dangerous web that pulls us closer to a truth neither of us is ready to face. But can I really trust him when our history is built on sharp words and sharp knives? And more importantly, can I trust myself not to fall for the one man I was determined to loathe? It turns out, between rival dishes and hidden agendas, this festival is serving up far more than I bargained for.