Inhaling Hope

A simple decision isn't always easy.

Ever since Clarion met a frank and friendly neighbor of hers, she's enjoyed their natural, comfortable connection. The two of them feel open to share their personal histories with each other…

…even as Clarion's history is still hovering over her head.

For their present and future, her neighbor has made an intimate, pivotal choice. Now it's time for Clarion to make her own.

Enjoy this kisses-only, friends-to-lovers short story on its own, or find it in a collection, Love by the Breather: Four Romantic Reads.