Hold On to Me

This short story was originally part of the free My Hometown series in 2023, which featured a book by a different author each month, all set in the same fictional small town.

Bee

I love my job. Working with flowers and plants all day is like a dream, and owning my own floral shop makes it that much sweeter.

While out on a delivery, I encounter a blast from the past waiting for an elevator. I’m so lost in the memories of him, my first crush, I end up following him into the car, despite being terrified of them. What happens next? You guessed it.

The elevator breaks down, and I’m on the verge of a mega freak-out. Worse, he’s here to witness it all.

Myles

Being stuck inside an elevator isn’t my idea of a good time. Fortunately, there’s a beautiful woman to keep me company.

The problem is, she’s clearly not happy with our current situation, and is having a slight panic attack. No amount of naval training can prepare me for calming down a scared, flustered female, but somehow, I manage.

In fact, all things considered, I’m having a good time. Until the doors finally open, and it’s time to part ways. However, I’m not ready to leave. Before I can think better of it, I’m asking her for a date.