The Buzz and the Bloom

THE BUZZ AND THE BLOOM

A wall stands between ink and petals—brick, plaster, and a grudge that’s lasted way too long.

Axel Thorne runs Ink & Iron like a sanctuary: quiet, clean lines, zero chaos.
June Bellamy runs Petal Pushers like a celebration: color, music, laughter, and plants that somehow thrive in the madness.

They’re neighbours by accident, rivals by volume… and enemies on principle—until a rent-hike threat from their landlord puts both shops on the chopping block.

Now they have to team up. Which would be easier if June didn’t treat “planning” like a suggestion, and Axel didn’t communicate exclusively through silence and devastating stares. But when the city starts making offers and the pressure closes in, the wall between them stops feeling like protection… and starts feeling like the one thing holding them back.

Because sometimes it takes a storm, a shared room, and one reckless act of kindness to turn a boundary into a doorway.

Continue reading The Buzz and the Bloom if you like:

Grumpy / Sunshine (Chaos x Control)

Neighbours to Lovers

Opposites Attract + Banter Wars

Small Business Romance

Forced Proximity (including “one room” problems)

Found Cat / Accidental Domesticity

Slow-burn tension, sparks, and “oh no… I like them” moments

Steam Rating: 🌶️🌶️🌶️

What readers are saying (swap these with your real reviews when you have them):
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Funny, tender, and full of electric chemistry—I loved every messy moment.”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The banter is addictive, and the romance blooms in the best way.”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A cozy, sexy rivals-to-lovers with heart, humor, and the perfect vibe.”