Chapter 1February 14th
It was ten P.M. and Justin Carter was about to close Flowers and Chocolates after a very long and arduous Valentine’s Day when an executive type came in the door. “I need a dozen red roses for my wife.”
“I’m sorry, sir. We ran out of roses two hours ago.” Justin stood waiting to see what the customer would say.
“You had roses this afternoon, I know because I sent two dozen to a friend,” the man said, slightly annoyed.
“All I have left are some orchids and chrysanthemums with maybe six white roses. I can make an arrangement with those along with some greenery. Otherwise I can sell you a chocolate candy heart filled with homemade truffles.” Justin tried to be patient; but it was five minutes to closing on a holiday where flowers were an integral part of the ritual.
