Justin Carter had the worst day ever one year ago on Valentine’s Day and wants nothing to do with the holiday even though it’s the busiest for the flower shop he manages and hopes to own someday. Exhausted, he stops in to the bar two doors down where he finds Rafe Santiago, a man who wants to become more than a willing ear.<br><br>Justin’s ex show up with accusations and Justin turns to Rafe for comfort and support. Can Rafe cure the bad association that Justin has with Valentine’s Day and make Justin his own?

Flowers and Chocolate

“Yes, thank you. Can I pour the coffee?” Justin asked.


“I’ll take it black, no sugar.” Rafe answered.


“I’m the opposite. I like it light and sweet.” Justin poured two cups and handed one to Rafe. “Thank you for breakfast; you didn’t have to do that.” Justin felt brave enough to go over and give Rafe a hug. Rafe pulled him into his arms and kissed him using a bit of tongue, just enough to test the waters.


Justin pulled him in deeper, opening his mouth. “Your mouth is so sweet,” Rafe said and pulled away to tend to the stove. “The bacon is going to burn, sit,” Rafe told him. Justin pulled up a chair. “I’m going to work with you this morning and I’m staying with you until I know that Nicky Conti was served with the restraining order.” He put the plate of bacon in the warming oven. “How do you like your eggs?” Rafe asked.


Chapter 12