Once Upon A One-Night Stand

A commitment-phobic one-night stand. A powerful sports billionaire. A hot new boss—and accidental roommate? Discover the sizzling, emotional romantic comedy that launches the addictive duet from bestselling author Z.L. Arkadie, writing as Zoey Locke!


Xena

I know a red flag when I see one. In fact, I’m usually the friend warning everyone else about men like Lynx Grove. He’s charming, flawless, and utterly emotionally unavailable—the exact kind of man who makes women fall first and regret it later. Sleeping with him was a temporary, breathtaking mistake I fully intended to leave in the past.


Until he becomes my new boss. Suddenly, the billionaire CEO of a major league sports team keeps appearing everywhere in my life, offering me a career-changing job right when I need it most. And the real twist? He insists I move into his luxury estate after discovering my neighborhood isn't safe. Even though his gorgeous eyes make my head spin, I vow to resist his magnetic charisma. I know better than to trust the King of commitment-phobes—especially with another wealthy woman waiting for me to make one wrong move.


Lynx

I’ve spent my life running an elite sports empire and maintaining a reputation for being completely uncatchable. I never built my heart for love or long-term promises. But our temporary, unforgettable night together completely shattered my rules. I can’t stop thinking about her, and I sure as hell am not acting casual anymore.


When I find out Xena’s current living situation is putting her in danger, my protective instincts take over. I don't care if she thinks I'm a red flag—I’m stepping in, making her my employee, and bringing her under my roof where I can keep her safe. She’s determined to keep her distance and guard her heart, but the more room I make for her in my life, the more I realize I’m not letting her go.


The Ultimate Forced Proximity Duet

High-chemistry office tension builds to an absolute boil when an independent heroine is forced to move in with her fierce, protective billionaire boss. Perfectly blending sharp, witty banter, deep emotional growth, a touch of family rivalry, and a guaranteed heartwarming connection, it is a fast-paced weekend read that will make you laugh, cry, and beg for the next book.


"Once Upon A One-Night Stand" is the first book in the Romancing the Boss and Billionaire duet (part of the interconnected Lords vs. Groves series) by Z.L. Arkadie writing as Zoey Locke. It is a full-length romantic comedy filled with heat, humor, and heart.