The Compulsory Date: A Short Story
Rowen Burrows

"I loved the enemies-to-lovers vibe of the story. This was fun and romantic. One of my favorites in the [Craving You] anthology." —GoodReads Reviewer
Gracie Watts and Connor Hall are an amazing team when they're friendly. It's just a shame they don’t get along most of the time.
Valentine's Day is around the corner. Tensions are running high at the restaurant when a new idea is put in place to enhance the diners' experience, causing another clash. Their attitudes are affecting the business, and something needs to change.
Keeping them apart hasn't made a difference. Desperate to make them get along, their boss decides they need to go on a date. Maybe, by being forced together, they will finally find a way to get along. . . .
This short story originally appeared in Craving A Spicy Valentine's Day Anthology published by And You Press, an imprint of Nicole Frail Books, released in February 2025. This ebook contains supplemental material from the author.