Sunflowers and Surrender
A WILD BLOOMS SERIES NOVELLA
Tuesday
Each day I long for the forbidden.
Dreams like seeds planted in poor soil.
My future has been sown since I was young,
and now the man I’ve fallen for is off-limits.
Not that he’d give me the time of day.
My brother’s best friend puts out fires by day,
and ignites unfamiliar feelings by night.
How do I pluck these desires before they overtake me?
I’m choosing to stay positive. Live joyfully, like a sunflower.
If only someone like Alex could adore me as I do my faithful blossoms.
Alex
My life is nearly perfect.
Great job, hot girl, and amazing friends.
So why do I feel off?
I’m not looking for more. And if I was,
the last thing I’m allowed to consider is Tuesday Palmer.
If only she hadn’t put me under a spell
with her bright smile and radiant personality.
But restraint is the name of this game.
I can only look, not touch, this tempting flower.
Even if I’m dying to surrender.
Chapter 1
“Good morning. Thank you for calling Cygnature Blooms, where bigger is always better. You’re speaking to Tee, your international representative. We specialize in healing broken hearts worldwide. May I have your location, please?”
“Hi, Tee. I’m calling from Hanover, Virginia.”
“Thank you, sir. Please hold while I transfer your call to your local Cygnature Blooms florist.”
Tuesday
Cygnature Blooms, Hanover Square, this is Tuesday. How can I help you today?”
