Jo Meadows did what she always dreamed, following her father's footsteps and becoming a career firefighter. Still reeling from his sudden death, Jo attempts to settle roots where he had been the Chief. However, the new cocky Fire Chief, makes it difficult to stay focused on her goal, just like he has since they were kids.

Brian Cavanaugh, is doing what he does best, taking command. Honoring the old chief, his only father figure's wishes, he convinces Jo to come back to the department where her family is. While he's always had his pick of the ladies, he quickly realizes what he's been missing out on with Jo and what he's been giving up for his career.

Torn between their responsibilities and their attraction for each other, their history ignites a spark that neither can deny. But, Brian's reputation for being a ladies' man and now becoming her new boss challenges their scorching chemistry. Will he be able to prove to her he's changed before Jo's past comes back to haunt them both?