Heartbroken after her boyfriend Josh left her, a woman named Ari devised an impulsive plan: she would hire a stranger to pose as her boyfriend during a vacation, hoping to ignite Josh’s jealousy and regret. Days later, at the airport, a mix of anxiety and anticipation swirled as she awaited Travis, the man hired for this unconventional mission. Their initial exchange was hesitant, with Travis questioning the idea and Ari admitting her uncertainty. However, Travis’s confident and charming reply—”No downsides for me. I’m going on vacation with an attractive woman”—caused Ari’s cheeks to flush, offering a glimpse of the unexpected turn their relationship might take.

The plan quickly moved forward when Ari and Travis boarded their plane, where they unexpectedly encountered Josh and his new girlfriend. Ari’s courage faltered as Josh’s surprised, almost arrogant tone met her. Swiftly, Travis put his arm around her waist, and Ari, though her voice trembled, declared she was on vacation with her boyfriend. Travis smoothly added, “Ah, one of our romantic getaways,” maintaining their facade. Despite their performance, Josh’s indifference deeply hurt Ari, leaving her thoughts jumbled as the plane ascended, her “flawless” plan already feeling less certain.

Upon arriving at their hotel, Ari’s exhaustion was compounded by the discovery that their room had only one bed. Her immediate annoyance turned to disbelief when reception confirmed the booking was intentional. Travis, ever the pragmatist, suggested they share the bed, teasing Ari about her goal to appear happy with her “new boyfriend.” With no other options, Ari reluctantly agreed to avoid conflict, setting the stage for an unexpected intimacy between the two strangers.

The subsequent days were a blur of orchestrated moments designed to capture Josh’s attention. Travis, in his role as the “unfaithful boyfriend,” proved to be remarkably natural, making everything seem simpler for Ari. Their time together, filled with building sandcastles and engaging in childish games, allowed Ari to genuinely laugh and forget about Josh. One evening, on the beach, Travis playfully tossed Ari into the waves, dissolving her worries and allowing her to feel truly free. In a moment of shared laughter and eye contact, time seemed to stand still, culminating in an impulsive kiss that irrevocably altered their dynamic.

The next morning, the intended outcome of Ari’s initial plan materialized: Josh approached her, confessing he still loved her and wanted her back. However, for the first time, his words held no sway. Looking at him, Ari realized her heart no longer held any room for him. Firmly, she stated, “I don’t want this anymore. I have someone who appreciates me for who I am.” Rushing to Travis, who was about to leave, she tearfully begged him to stay, declaring, “You’re the only one who matters to me.” After a timeless moment, Travis pulled her close, sealing their unexpected new beginning with another kiss, a testament to how her desperate plan had led her to true affection.