The one time geeky high school teacher, Rupert 'Rip' Martinez, tries to play the hero, it almost costs him his life. Maybe he should leave the rescuing to the tough guys, like the man who saved him, Otto Shriver. Tattoos, dog tags, and a heart of gold, Otto is exactly the type of man Rip would go for.In his dreams.When socially awkward meets carefree and confident, it's probably best they go their separate ways. Their only excuse to ever see one another again is an adorable pup in need of a good home. Unless they really don't need any excuses at all.