Budding Romance
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Last published Tue, Oct 7, 2025
Fabian Blackwell built a blooming empire across New York City - twelve flower shops known as Budding Romance. To the world, he's a visionary florist with a rare eye for beauty and design. But beneath the petals and perfume, Fabian's world is one of thorns, secrets, and obsession. Haunted by the shadows of his past, he finds himself drawn to the very thing he despises most: the intoxicating allure of flowers-and those who adore them. As desire and danger intertwine, Budding Romance becomes more than a brand. It becomes a battlefield between love, control, and decay.
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