The woman who walked in with Brian was stunning. It was the woman Miss Klepper and Miss Gen had gossiped about. Rebecca could see why anyone would be attracted to her, why Brian would be attracted to her.

Brian hadn't come round to the shop since Rebecca had walked away from him, but they gave each other their usual warm smiles, even though Rebecca was dying inside.

'Morning, Rebecca.'

'Morning, Brian.'

'You were right, Brian. Absolutely wonderful.' The woman was gawking at all of Rebecca's creations.

Coming over, Brian said, 'Mrs Walsh, may I introduce you to Rebecca.'

Mrs Walsh? Mrs?

The woman looked at Rebecca, who quickly angled her scar ever so slightly away from the gaze. 'Brian has told me a lot about you and your gift.'

Brian went flush in the face and stammered, 'Rebecca, Mrs Walsh is Mr Fowler's daughter.'

'It's nice to meet you Mrs Walsh. I'm sorry to hear your father is doing poorly.'

'I'm happy to say that he's getting better. Thanks to Brian of course.'

With this news and the realization of who Mrs Walsh actually was, Rebecca couldn't help but grin the biggest of grins.

'Mr Fowler is going to retire and Mrs Walsh will be taking over the business. I've been showing her the ins and outs. I brought her here to show her where I buy the flowers for the funeral parlour.'

'Yes, he was quite eager to show me. I'm glad I came, though. There's no doubt I'll be continuing with your business.'

'I'm truly grateful.' Rebecca was just bursting with joy.

'I may take some back with me right now.'

'What do you have in mind?'

'I don't know. You pick.'

Rebecca bowed before opening a drawer below the counter. She then pulled out several vines of vibrant and dazzling purple and blue flowers.

'Ah, morning glory,' stated Mrs Walsh. 'One of my favorites.'

'Mine too.'

Rebecca stared at the climbing posy, the flowers looking like trumpets welcoming a new day, like fountains exploding with animation, like arches of confetti showering the world with delight. And the heart-shaped petals? Well, they quickly drew Rebecca to her desire.

Brian was looking back.