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

“You never know, Ma’am,” I say. “Maybe I would have been straight-for-you?”


That makes her laugh so hard that Princess lets out a little “ruff” as though she’s asking “what’s so funny?” David just rolls his eyes, but his smile is wide. Happy.


“Remind an old woman what your name is. I seem to have forgotten.”


“And I’m Ellen. None of that ma’am, crap, you hear?”


“Now, boys. Run along and do your thing. Enjoy your evening. Princess and I will watch some television, won’t we girl?” Princess pants in reply. “Don’t be a stranger Jakob, you hear?”


I smile. “Yes, ma’am—err, Ellen, I mean.”


She lays her hand on David’s forearm and he leans down so she can kiss his cheek. “Thank you, dear boy. What would I do without you?”


“You won’t have to find out,” David says with a tender smile.


Chapter 18