Can a spoiled little dog bring two strangers together? The first time Jacke sees him, it’s a happy accident. He’s taken refuge in a quiet corner of the park, decompressing after a difficult day at work, when the man, dressed in a fancy suit, passes by him walking a spoiled little dog. As the days pass, Jacke notices the adorable pair several times. He’s unable to take his eyes off the man whose first priority is the dog, even over his own comfort. And one day, when circumstances are right, Jacke takes a chance and speaks to the man. David. David’s personality is as adorable as his outward appearance, and a short walk in the rain results in mutual attraction and a promise to see each other again. A second meeting in the park turns into a date, and Jacke starts longing for something he thought he’d never have; a partner. But does David feel the same? Will a chance meeting in the park turn into love?

They Met in the Park

“Come. Let’s hurry.” I wrap my fingers around his ice-cold, shivering hand, and set off toward the parking lot, rushing as fast as we can, never letting go of each other.


When we reach my truck, I throw open the passenger door so he can climb inside, then hurry around to the driver’s side and shut the door behind howling winds and whipping rain. I turn on the engine and blast the heat as I disentangle poor Princess from my jacket and hand her to David


“Take off as many wet clothes as you can,” I say and twist around until I can reach the towel and blanket I always keep in the back seat. I hand both of them to David. “Here. Dry off. Get warm.” I shrug off my anorak and wipe my hands on my damp jeans. “Are you okay?”


David nods as he rubs Princess with the towel.


“Give her to me. You need warming up, too.”


Chapter 12