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

“Hey, you,” he says, his grin stretched wide, his eyes mirroring the warmth blooming inside me. “Just a second.” He opens the back door and lets out Princess. She runs directly to me, sets her little paws on my shin, tongue lolling out. She’s wearing her boots and a warm-looking sweater, knitted in intricate patterns.


I crouch and give her a scratch behind the ears. “Hey, girl.” She greets me with a dainty lick on the back of my hand.


David approaches, and after a final scratch, I stand. On an impulse, I lean forward and press a kiss on his cheek. “Hi,” I mumble when I pull back. My face is flaming; I don’t know what got into me. I’m not the kissing kind.


But his smile widens even more. “What a lovely greeting. What did I do to deserve it?”


“Invite me out for a walk with you.”


Chapter 16